Part-Time Shuttle Driver

Job Type: Part-Time, Split-Shift, 25 hours per week, Monday-Friday,

Expected Start Date: Late August, 2026 for the beginning of the 2026-2027 academic year

Compensation: $18-$20 per hour (DOE)

Location: New London, CT area

Schedule: Split-Shift

• Monday: 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM & 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
• Tuesday: 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Wednesday: 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Thursday: 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM & 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
• Friday: 6:15 AM – 8:15 AM & 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate starting at $18-$20 per hour (DOE)
• Part-time schedule with split shifts, allowing flexibility outside of work hours
• Paid Company Holidays and Sick PTO during school year
• Opportunity to support and positively impact international high school students
• Be part of a mission-driven, student-focused educational organization

About the Role

APEX International Education Partners is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Part-Time Shuttle Driver to transport students to and from partner schools throughout New London, CT and surrounding areas. This role follows a split-shift schedule during the academic year and is ideal for someone who takes pride in safe driving, reliability, and positive interactions with students. The successful candidate will hold a valid Connecticut driver's license, demonstrate excellent driving skills, and consistently prioritize student safety and comfort.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness; document findings and promptly report any
• Assist with waking students and confirming readiness for school; maintain accurate attendance
• Safely operate vehicles in varying traffic and weather conditions while ensuring student well- being at all
• Refuel vehicles at the end of each shift and complete final
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness, including removing trash, vacuuming, and wiping down surfaces; report maintenance or repair needs as
• Immediately report vehicle maintenance issues or traffic incidents to the Transportation Dispatcher and Director of Residential Life & Operations; request police or ambulance

services when needed and provide basic first aid until help arrives.

• Maintain a valid Connecticut Driver's License or CDL Class B with P & S endorsements, and comply with all required licensing, training, and certification
• Promptly report any changes in driving status or insurability to the Director of Residential Life &
• Demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality, and excellent customer service when interacting with students, staff, and school

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong understanding of vehicle operation and basic
• Ability to communicate clearly, follow instructions, and complete required
• Knowledge of Connecticut state and local motor vehicle laws and
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information
• Flexibility to work split shifts and irregular hours aligned with school schedules, including potential weekday and weekend
• Physical ability to drive for extended periods and assist with student-related tasks, including moving
• Willingness to attend mandatory trainings and maintain required

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional driving experience, preferably transporting students in a school bus or shuttle
• Valid Connecticut Driver's License with a clean driving
• Successful completion of all required MVR and background checks and DCF
• Proven reliability, punctuality, and flexibility to adapt to changing routes or
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds and assist students as

Join APEX International Education Partners and play a vital role in safely transporting students across Connecticut. Apply today to make a meaningful impact as a Shuttle Driver in our dynamic educational environment.

APEX International Education Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer