Bus Drivers, School

Also Called: Bus Driver, School Bus Driver, Shuttle Bus Driver, Special Education Bus Driver

High School Diploma/GED

usually needed

Not Available
(Students Only)
Match Percentage

$27,380

Entry Salary

Bright

Job outlook

What Bus Drivers, School do

Drive a school bus to transport students. Ensure adherence to safety rules. May assist students in boarding or exiting.

  • Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
  • Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
Industry Areas:

Transportation

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The Education & Training You Need

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Job Training Match

Bus Drivers, School Currently Selected

Educational Level

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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Educational Level

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Educational Level

Associate's Degree

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Educational Level

Bachelor's Degree

Educational Level

Advanced Degree

What are your training options on the pathway to this occupation?

Advanced Training

  • Atlanta - Job Corps

    Atlanta, Georgia

  • Excelsior Springs - Job Corps

    Excelsior Springs, Missouri

ACT & College

  • Acadiana Technical College-Lafayette Campus

    Lafayette, LA

  • Albany Technical College

    Albany, GA

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Occupation Traits

This is what Bus Drivers, School across the country typically make.

$13.16 / hour
$27,380 /year

Entry Level

$21.95 / hour
$45,660 /year

Median Level

$29.48 / hour
$61,320 /year

Experienced Level

Income information reflects a regional average.
Income information reflects a national average.

This career’s National Job Outlook is

Bright

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