CDL Bus Driver (Contract to Hire)

BrightBee

BrightBee

USD 39.5-39.5 / hour
Posted on Jan 13, 2026

Who is BrightBee?

BrightBee, an innovative staffing organization, is partnering with schools to find and hire exceptional talent. We are currently leading the search for a CDL Bus Driver for Kelloggsville Public Schools in Grand Rapids, MI.

The Role:

Serve as the primary instructional coach for "Graduation Candidates" (GCs), focusing on personalized, competency-based math content to help them graduate and plan for the future. You'll be part of a collaborative support team. This is an onsite role, Monday-Friday, 9:30-5:30p/EST

Key Responsibilities:

  • Academics: Teach math (1:1 and small groups), monitor student progress using data, provide enrichment/remediation, and attend professional meetings.

  • Student Support: Advise GCs, track attendance/wellness, support new student enrollment, and collaborate with the support team on learning pathways and transition plans.

Essentials & Compensation:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Valid CDL w/ bus driver endorsement - may include driving district van when needed.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Medical certificate, DOT and skills test as required by the State of Michigan.
  • Good driving record.
  • Good attendance and punctuality.
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with students.
  • Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to relate and work effectively with parents, staff, students, and the public in a multicultural and multiracial community.
  • Knowledge and awareness of own cultural identity and how this influences behavior, and desire to learn about the cultural identity of others.
  • Ability to establish and nurture an environment that promotes cultural competence and equitable treatment of staff, students, and patrons of the District.
  • Ability to recognize that each person is a unique individual even as we celebrate their group cultural heritage.
  • Compensation:

    • During 1099 trial period 39.50/hour

    • Once converted to Full Time Employee the salary range is $60,000 - $75,000 plus comprehensive benefits (401k match (4% match), medical, flexible PTO, and professional development reimbursement).

Must be passionate about helping at-risk youth succeed.

The Hiring Process:

  1. Online Application

  2. 15-20 minute phone interview with BrightBee recruitment team member

  3. Hand off to Acceleration Academies where candidates will have 3 rounds of interviews with key stakeholders

  4. Upon offer, candidate will remain a 1099 contractor for a 30-45 day period and begin with Kellogsville Public Schools.

  5. After the trial period, candidates will officially onboard with Kellogsville as a Full Time Employee


Please note, assignments may require the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and stand for extended periods of time.
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