Full-Time Head Start Bus Driver
Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc.
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Southwestern Minnesota Opportunity Council, Inc. is hiring a Full-Time Head Start Bus Driver. The Head Start Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting children, performing daily maintenance checks, and maintaining accurate records. This role requires strong communication skills, adaptability, and the ability to manage distractions while driving. The position involves medium work, including lifting 40-60 pounds and frequent lifting/carrying up to 40-60 pounds, as well as mobility in and out of the bus.
Key focus areas include Drive bus routes safely, Perform daily maintenance checks, and Maintain records and submit accurate data.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, Class C Driver's License With Passenger Endorsement, and CPR / First Aid Certified Or Willingness To Obtain. Important skills include Traffic And Safety Laws, Daily Maintenance Checks, Record-Keeping, Understanding Child Behavior, Constructive Discipline, and Defensive Driving Skills.
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Job Duties
Full-Time. 30-39 hours. Start Date: August 2, 2026.
To carry out the responsibilities, bus drivers will have the skills or training in these areas: Traffic and safety laws, First Aid and CPR, daily maintenance checks, record-keeping, understanding child behavior, constructive discipline and defensive driving skills. Ability to submit accurate and timely data. Flexibility. Good oral communication skills, often working with distractions. Medium work, lifting 40-60 pounds, with frequent lifting/carrying up to 40-60 pounds. Mobility in and out of bus. Able to sit to drive the duration of all scheduled bus routes. Able to perform maintenance checks to buses.
Minimum Education Required
-High School Diploma or equivalent required.
-Must possess a Class C driver's license with passenger endorsement (CDL/P) and car insurance.
-CPR / First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.
Minimum Experience Required
Prior experience transporting children in a similar setting preferred.
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
Yes
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$16.56 - $19.17 / Hourly
Postal Code
56187
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
283
Job Benefits
Benefit package includes PTO, paid holidays, and available health, life, dental and vision insurance. Simple IRA/Roth company match.
Application Instructions
Application forms are available at SMOC, 1106 3rd Avenue, Worthington, on our website at www.smoc.us, or by calling 507-376-4195. Applications are accepted via email to [email protected], fax (507)376-3636, or can be dropped off at the SMOC Worthington office.
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