Overview
Head Start School Bus Driver Jobs in Shelbyville, IL at C.E.F.S. Head Start 0-5 Program
Head Start Bus Driver – Join a Mission-Driven Team
Job Type: Full-time | School-Year | Non-Exempt
Pay: $17.53 per hour
Schedule: Monday through Friday | 32-40 hours per week | School-Year
Location: Shelbyville, IL
Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance; flex and paid sick time; paid holidays; and a 403(b) retirement plan
Make an impact every school day. CEFS is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Bus Driver to support our Head Start program in Shelbyville, Illinois. In this role, you will do more than transport children—you will help create a safe, reliable start to each child’s day while supporting families and contributing to a caring, mission-driven team.
Why Join CEFS?
- Do meaningful work that helps children arrive safely and ready to learn.
- Be part of a mission-driven organization serving children, families, and communities across central Illinois.
- Enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday, school-year schedule that supports work-life balance.
- Access valuable benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
What You’ll Do
- Safely transport Head Start children in accordance with program policies and all applicable transportation regulations.
- Maintain positive, professional relationships with children, families, coworkers, and supervisors.
- Perform duties with a strong focus on passenger safety, vehicle safety, and compliance.
- Follow all applicable state, agency, and Head Start requirements related to bus operations, maintenance, and safe driving practices.
- Complete required transportation records and documentation accurately and on time.
What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Ability to obtain a school bus driver eligibility receipt and/or hold a CDL with school bus and passenger endorsements.
- Ability to meet all applicable Head Start, DCFS, agency, and State of Illinois requirements for the position.
- Ability to successfully complete required physicals, background checks, fingerprinting, and drug/alcohol testing.
If you are a dependable professional who is committed to safety, teamwork, and supporting children and families, we encourage you to apply today.
About CEFS
CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation is a nonprofit Community Action Agency serving seven counties in central Illinois. Through a wide range of services, CEFS helps economically and socially disadvantaged individuals and families move toward greater self-sufficiency while addressing important local community needs.
CEFS Economic Opportunity Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $17.53 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Head Start School Bus Driver
Company: C.E.F.S. Head Start 0-5 Program
Location: Shelbyville, IL
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