Job purpose
Special Needs Mobility Specialist (Part-Time School Bus Driver)
Drive with Purpose. Lead with Heart. Make a Difference Every Day.
At Dreams Transportation, we're more than a transportation company, our purpose is simple: to safely connect students with specialized needs to the opportunities that education provides. We are dedicated exclusively to special needs student transportation, delivering dependable, compassionate, and personalized service that supports each student's independence, confidence, and success. By putting safety, dignity, and care at the heart of everything we do, we strive to make every journey a positive and meaningful part of the school day.
We're looking for caring, reliable people who enjoy driving, working with special needs children, and making a positive impact in their community.
Why Work at Dreams?
· Meaningful work that makes a real impact in your community
· Consistent part-time hours that fit around your lifestyle
· School holidays, weekends, and summers off
· Supportive team environment
· Paid training opportunities
· A company that genuinely cares about its employees and passengers
What You'll Do
- Safely transport students with special needs on a dedicated school route
- Build positive relationships with students, families, and schools
- Conduct daily vehicle safety inspections
- Maintain a clean and safe vehicle
- Follow company policies and transportation regulations
- Provide exceptional customer service every day
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 3 years of driving experience (including 1 year in North America)
- Valid non-probationary driver's license
- Strong driving record
- Customer service experience
- Compassion, patience, and professionalism
- Class 1, 2, or 4 Alberta Operator's License (or willingness to obtain one)
Experience working with children or individuals with special needs is an asset.
Schedule
Monday to Friday (August to June)
- Morning Route: Approximately 6:30 AM – 9:00 AM
- Afternoon Route: Approximately 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
- School days only
- 4–6 hours per day
- Minimum 20 hours per week guaranteed
Employment Requirements
Successful candidates must provide:
- Police Information Check – Including a Vulnerable Persons Search
- Child Intervention Record Check
- 10-year Commercial Driver's Abstract
Why Dreams?
At Dreams, you're not just driving a bus—you're helping students start and end their day with a safe, caring, and friendly experience.
Join the Dreams Team and help move our community forward—one student, one family, and one smile at a time.
"No bus driving experience? No problem! We provide training for the right people. If you have a great attitude, a caring heart, and enjoy working with children, we'd love to hear from you."
The Dreams Difference
At Dreams Transportation, we believe every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Shown kindness and empathy.
For many of our students, you will be one of the first smiles they see each morning and one of the last friendly faces they see before heading home.
That's a responsibility we take seriously—and one that makes this role incredibly rewarding.
Physical requirements
The role of Mobility Specialist requires moderate physical activity when manipulating wheelchairs, or wheelchair harnesses and straps, daily. You must also be able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, and crouch.
It also requires minor mechanical knowledge to be able to safety inspect your vehicle, such as under-the-hood fluid checks, tire checks etc.
You will be exposed to seasonal weather conditions, both inside and outside of the vehicle.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: $25.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Experience:
- local driving: 2 years (required)
- special needs student: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Class 4 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
