School Van Driver

Company: Beacon Mobility
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

SCR Medical Transportation LLC Employer of choice! Voted best company to work for by US News & World Report for 2025-2026. Now Hiring Part-Time Special Education School Van Drivers! Location: 8801 S Greenwood Ave. Chicago, IL 60619. No CDL Required Schedule: Part-time 20-25 hours/week, flexible weekday schedule with summers off. Must be able to work BOTH morning and afternoon routes. Compensation: Paid training – no experience necessary. Starting pay $20.50/hour ($18.00/hour paid during training) Looking for a rewarding and flexible job? Join our team of dedicated Special Education School Bus Drivers and make a difference in your community! Why Drive With Us? Part-time, flexible weekday schedule No nights, holidays, or weekends Summers off Paid training – no experience necessary Supportive team environment School Bus Drivers Are Perfect For: Retirees looking for supplemental income Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work Health care workers looking for a change Veterans transitioning into civilian roles Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job Thinking of Switching Careers? We’ve seen great success from candidates with backgrounds in: Teacher aides, daycare workers, camp counselors Classroom assistants, school paraprofessionals Social workers, government employees Cashiers, retail associates, call center agents Hotel or hospitality staff A Special Education School Van Driver is responsible for transporting students safely and on time from their pickup point to school and back. This includes performing pre-trip inspections, ensuring child safety, and maintaining compliance with DOT regulations. Qualifications Three (3) years of driving experience with no breaks/gaps and no more than 1 moving violation in that time period. Candidates cannot have any DUI/DWI on their driving record. Must be able to pass a Department of Transportation physical. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required. Must be at least 23 years of age. Valid Driver’s License. Must be able to obtain a School Bus Eligibility Receipt from the DMV. (Required at the time of interview) Key Responsibilities: Training $18.00/hour Safely transport students to and from school and activities Arrive at destinations on schedule Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections Conduct child checks after each route Use navigation tools to plan efficient routes Maintain a clean, fueled, and well-maintained vehicle Keep accurate mileage and maintenance records Interact with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner Perform other duties as assigned Military encouraged to apply Apply to become a Special Education School Van Driver today and start a fulfilling, flexible career! Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. SCR has been succeeding as an industry leader in the field of ADA Paratransit services since 1986, providing transportation to mobility-challenged individuals. It’s the goal of SCR to provide reliable, safe, clean and comfortable transportation to this group of individuals. This type of transportation is essential for connecting passengers to friends, family and medical based services. As a result, we select drivers and staff that wish to help people care for themselves. Our Paratransit Operator’s understand how to effectively and safely transport clients and we are looking for the right people to join our team.

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