What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Holyoke Headstart?
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
Serving children and families since 1965.
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: January 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: $24.98 per hour
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.