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Bus Driver

HCS Head Start, Inc.
Springfield, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/29/2026

PRESCHOOL/INFANT TODDLER BUS DRIVERS NEEDED!

COME JOIN THE HEAD START TEAM AS A SCHOOL BUS DRIVER!
Position does not require air brake endorsement

FULL-TIME POSITION WITH BENEFITS

$3000.00 SIGN-ON BONUS


A STRONG COMMITMENT TO QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

WHERE PASSION MEETS PURPOSE


Why Choose Us?
Are you seeking a rewarding full-time position with competitive benefits, working with families and children aged 0-5 to prepare them for kindergarten readiness? Join our Transportation Department as a Bus Driver to ensure children have access to education and development services, while promoting school readiness and fostering healthy communities.

Application Deadline: October 31, 2026, or until the position is filled

Education Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED

Qualifications

  • No Air Brake endorsement needed
  • Massachusetts CDL Class B license with the following endorsements:
    • Passenger Endorsement
    • School Bus Endorsement
  • Current MASSDOT Medical Card
  • Current Massachusetts School Bus Certificate
  • Current RMV Driving Record
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Full-Time Hours

  • 35-40 hours per week
  • Year-round employment (52 weeks per year)

Starting Pay: $28.50 per hour

After successfully completing the six-month introductory period, the hourly rate will increase to $30.00

Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Employees (30 hours per week)

  • Birthday off with pay
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Paid sick, personal, vacation days
  • 403b retirement plan with maximum 3% Agency match
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
  • Unique in-classroom and in-agency support
  • Embedded Professional Development
  • Career-Growth Coaching & Support
  • In-house Comprehensive Support Team helps teachers in all aspects of their work

EOE/AA
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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