School Bus Driver - 5.5 hrs/day, 5 days/wk, 181 days/yr - Paid Training Available - $12,000 Incentive Program!* at Eureka City Schools
About the Employer
Welcome to Eureka City Schools: A Place to Learn, Lead, and Grow Thank you for your interest in becoming part of Eureka City Schools (ECS)—a district where every learner, every day is engaged, empowered, and future-ready. We are at an exciting crossroads, moving boldly toward a future where competency-based education replaces one-size-fits-all learning. Here, progress is measured by mastery and meaningful growth, not seat time. We're building environments where every learner—students and staff alike—can flourish with personalized support, innovation, and purpose. Who We Are: Our Mission and Core Values At ECS, we are driven by a shared mission: Every Learner, Every Day: Engaged, Empowered, and Future-Ready. Our work is grounded in the following core values: Accountability – We act with integrity and follow through on our commitments. Empathy – We listen with compassion and foster understanding. Communication – We prioritize open, respectful, and honest dialogue. Innovation – We seek creative solutions to improve learning and engagement. Resilience – We approach challenges with grit and a growth mindset?. Guiding Principles for Learning We believe that: Learning is learner-centered and personalized. Belonging fosters growth—students learn best when they feel safe and seen. Equity means access—all learners deserve support tailored to their needs. Growth comes through effort, not perfection. Relevance drives engagement—learning should be joyful, authentic, and connected to life?. This commitment doesn’t stop with students. We extend these beliefs to every employee, creating a workplace where innovation, development, and excellence are supported every step of the way. Equity and Inclusion at the Core Eureka City Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that a diverse staff helps all learners thrive. Discrimination in any form—based on race, religion, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, or any protected category—is not tolerated. Our policies are guided by Title IX, Section 504, and other civil rights protections.
Job Summary
Job Summary
Do you have the DRIVE to help children? Eureka City Schools, in beautiful Humboldt County, California, has openings for School Bus Drivers (with paid training if needed) and a $12,000 Incentive Program. If you love kids, are a hard worker, have a great attitude, have a good driving record, and have had no drug or alcohol offenses in the past 5 years, contact Tiffany at 707.441.2504 to see if you might be a good fit. Do you already have all the qualifications necessary to be a School Bus Driver? Then just complete and submit an application! There are 5 positions – between 5.25 hrs/day and 5.5 hrs/day, 181 days/yr with the possibility of “clustering” the position with another part-time position at Eureka City Schools if interested in working more hours. Please click on the job description for more information. Start Date: ASAP Salary placements are usually made at the beginning of the salary range for candidates that are not currently employed by Eureka City Schools.
Requirements / Qualifications
Will train the right applicant! Trainee Incentive: Trainees will be paid minimum wage (currently $16.50/hr) for the hours spent in Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Training. Current ECS Employees will be paid their currently hourly pay rate. The payout will not occur until the Trainee passes both the Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel CHP-required tests. Classroom Training: Approximately 25 hours. Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) Training: Approximately 30 hours The Director will have the discretion of determining trainees’ and employees’ continuing progress and have discretion to terminate the training if the Director believes candidates are not making acceptable progress, or will not successfully complete the entire program. Employment: Trainees who successfully complete the required trainings and pass the required testing will be offered either a regular or substitute School Bus Driver position. Substitute School Bus Drivers will be paid at Step 1 of the hourly School Bus Driver wage for all hours worked. New Regular School Bus Drivers will be offered a $12,000 Incentive Program, structured and paid out in the following manner: - Completion of Year 1 = $1,500 - Completion of Year 2 = $2,500 - Completion of Year 3 = $3,500 - Completion of Year 4 = $4,500 Additional Hourly Wage for School Bus Drivers: - School Bus Drivers who work additional hours at lower-wage jobs in the District will be paid their regular bus driver hourly wage for all hours worked at lower waged jobs. - The additional hourly wage would be applicable only during the regular school year, and would not apply to summer work. - In order to qualify for the additional hourly wage, employees must be employed as bus drivers for a minimum of 5 hrs/day. - Drivers will only be paid for actual hours worked.
PLEASE NOTE: EUREKA CITY SCHOOLS COMPLIES WITH FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) RULES AND REGULATIONS CONCERNING DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING. MUST POSSESS VALID “A OR B” COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH PASSENGER AND SCHOOL BUS ENDORSEMENT. MUST POSSESS A VALID SCHOOL BUS CERTIFICATE, MEDICAL CERTIFICATE AND MUST PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST. High School Diploma or equivalent Valid California Driver's License DOJ/FBI Fingerprint Clearance (upon offer of the job) Please see the job description for a complete list of requirements.
Requirements / Qualifications
Will train the right applicant! Trainee Incentive: Trainees will be paid minimum wage (currently $16.50/hr) for the hours spent in Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel Training. Current ECS Employees will be paid their currently hourly pay rate. The payout will not occur until the Trainee passes both the Classroom and Behind-the-Wheel CHP-required tests. Classroom Training: Approximately 25 hours. Behind-the-Wheel (BTW) Training: Approximately 30 hours The Director will have the discretion of determining trainees’ and employees’ continuing progress and have discretion to terminate the training if the Director believes candidates are not making acceptable progress, or will not successfully complete the entire program. Employment: Trainees who successfully complete the required trainings and pass the required testing will be offered either a regular or substitute School Bus Driver position. Substitute School Bus Drivers will be paid at Step 1 of the hourly School Bus Driver wage for all hours worked. New Regular School Bus Drivers will be offered a $12,000 Incentive Program, structured and paid out in the following manner: - Completion of Year 1 = $1,500 - Completion of Year 2 = $2,500 - Completion of Year 3 = $3,500 - Completion of Year 4 = $4,500 Additional Hourly Wage for School Bus Drivers: - School Bus Drivers who work additional hours at lower-wage jobs in the District will be paid their regular bus driver hourly wage for all hours worked at lower waged jobs. - The additional hourly wage would be applicable only during the regular school year, and would not apply to summer work. - In order to qualify for the additional hourly wage, employees must be employed as bus drivers for a minimum of 5 hrs/day. - Drivers will only be paid for actual hours worked.
PLEASE NOTE: EUREKA CITY SCHOOLS COMPLIES WITH FHWA (Federal Highway Administration) RULES AND REGULATIONS CONCERNING DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING. MUST POSSESS VALID “A OR B” COMMERCIAL DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH PASSENGER AND SCHOOL BUS ENDORSEMENT. MUST POSSESS A VALID SCHOOL BUS CERTIFICATE, MEDICAL CERTIFICATE AND MUST PASS A PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TEST. High School Diploma or equivalent Valid California Driver's License DOJ/FBI Fingerprint Clearance (upon offer of the job) Please see the job description for a complete list of requirements.
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION :
All applicants must submit a completed Eureka City Schools “Classified” application form, either via this edjoin website, or a "Classified" application can be found at www.eurekacityschools.org. If you do not complete the edjoin application and use the application from the Eureka City Schools website, please submit it via email to stainbrookk@eurekacityschools.org. Please submit your application through the edjoin system whenever possible.
First review of applications: 10/20/25. This position will remain open until an adequate pool of applicants is received or the posting is closed.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in order to serve our community at the highest level of quality, we welcome all applicants of our richly diverse community and state. It is the policy of Eureka City Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition or other protected disability, marital status, sex, age or any other unlawful basis in its education programs, activities, or in its employment practices. It is the policy of the District to follow the requirements of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable laws and regulations.
Comments and Other Information
APPLICATION :
All applicants must submit a completed Eureka City Schools “Classified” application form, either via this edjoin website, or a "Classified" application can be found at www.eurekacityschools.org. If you do not complete the edjoin application and use the application from the Eureka City Schools website, please submit it via email to stainbrookk@eurekacityschools.org. Please submit your application through the edjoin system whenever possible.
First review of applications: 10/20/25. This position will remain open until an adequate pool of applicants is received or the posting is closed.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, and in order to serve our community at the highest level of quality, we welcome all applicants of our richly diverse community and state. It is the policy of Eureka City Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, handicap, medical condition or other protected disability, marital status, sex, age or any other unlawful basis in its education programs, activities, or in its employment practices. It is the policy of the District to follow the requirements of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the California Fair Employment and Housing Act, and all other applicable laws and regulations.
Application Deadline
Continuous
Date Posted
10/10/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
5
Salary
Pay Range
$23.06 - $36.64 Per Hour
$23.06 - $36.64 Per Hour
Add'l Salary Info
Hiring Range: $23.06 - $31.30
Length of Work Year
10 mos/yr
Employment Type
Part Time