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School Bus Driver Vacancies

Independent school bus contractors provide student transportation for the Howard County Public School System. Full-time, part-time and substitute positions are available.

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Interested in becoming a bus driver?

Applicants must:

  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Have a clean driving record
  • Have a clean criminal background

View a list of current bus contractors and call their office for an application.

To be a certified school bus driver, you are required to:

  • Possess a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a “P” and “S” (passenger and school bus) endorsement. The contractor will provide the necessary instruction to acquire this license and the necessary endorsements.
  • Pass a physical and drug screening examination.
  • Provide a driving record that shows two or less current points. The driver will be able to acquire this from the MVA.
  • Submit to a criminal background check that results in no disqualifying convictions or outstanding criminal charges.
  • Complete an 18-hour pre-service training program for certification in Howard County that is taught by an approved MSDE instructor authorized by the Office of Student Transportation.
  • Wages and number of hours worked vary from contractor to contractor.

For questions regarding an application, please contact the Office of Student Transportation at 410-313-6732 or view the current bus contractor list for direct phone numbers.