Bus Driver Salary Schedule
2026-27 Bus Driver Salary Schedule
| Step | Hourly Rate | Hourly Rate w/ Waived Health Insurance* | |||
| 1 | $20.31 | $22.81 | |||
| 2 | $20.59 | $23.09 | |||
| 3 | $20.87 | $23.37 | |||
| 4 | $21.15 | $23.65 | |||
| 5 | $21.43 | $23.93 | |||
| 6 | $21.71 | $24.21 | |||
| 7 | $21.99 | $24.49 | |||
| 8 | $22.27 | $24.77 | |||
| 9 | $22.55 | $25.05 | |||
| 10 | $22.83 | $25.33 | |||
| 11 | $23.11 | $25.61 | |||
| 12 | $23.39 | $25.89 | |||
| 13 | $23.67 | $26.17 | |||
| 14 | $23.95 | $26.45 | |||
| 15 | $24.23 | $26.73 | |||
| 16 | $24.51 | $27.01 | |||
| 17 | $24.79 | $27.29 | |||
| 18 | $25.07 | $27.57 | |||
| 19 | $25.35 | $27.85 | |||
| 20 | $25.63 | $28.13 | |||
Step level does not indicate years of experience.
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Trip Rate: $18.00 per hour |
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Trip Rate for Coaches/Sponsors: $.50 per mile with $25 minimum |
*Benefit-eligible Bus Drivers will have the option to waive health insurance coverage and receive a $2.50 per hour compensation differential if proof of ACA approved health coverage is provided during benefits election period.
Step level does not indicate years of experience.
Carthage R-9 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Carthage R-9 School District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Carthage R-9 School District has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.