Bus Driver

Kansas City Christian School; Prairie Village (KS); On-site; USD 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Job summary

Kansas City Christian School seeks a dependable Bus Driver to operate the North Route, transporting students safely to and from school with punctual pickups and drop-offs. The role requires adherence to traffic laws, pre/post-trip checks, and clear communication with school administration about delays or concerns.

CDL is preferred and training is reimbursed; a valid license and clean driving record are required.

Qualifications

• CDL preferred but not required; reimbursement for CDL training available.
• Requires valid driver’s license.
• Must have a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a background check.
• Dependable, punctual and safety-minded.
• Must align with Statement of Faith and Human Dignity Policies.
• Experience driving a bus or large vehicle is a plus, not required.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students along the assigned route.
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and student-friendly environment.
• Follow all traffic laws and school transportation policies.
• Conduct basic pre- and post-route vehicle checks.
• Communicate promptly with school administration regarding delays or concerns.

Skills

CDL preferred

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Background check

Dependable

Punctual

Safety-minded

Faith-aligned

Bus/large vehicle experience

Job description

About Kansas City Christian School

Kansas City Christian School is a Christ-centered educational institution committed to academic excellence, spiritual formation, and nurturing the whole child. In partnership with families, we prepare students to follow Christ and lead with wisdom, character, and service.

Position Overview

Kansas City Christian School is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Bus Driver to primarily serve our North Bus Route. This position is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school each day while ensuring timely and reliable service. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to support school events and athletic activities.

Route & Schedule

• Morning Pick-Up:
  • Location: Open Door Baptist Church 3033 N 103rd Terrace, Kansas City, KS
  • Time: 7:15 AM
• Afternoon Drop-Off:
  • Departure from KCC: 3:10 PM
  • Drop-off completion: approximately 3:40–3:45 PM

Key Responsibilities

• Safely transport students along the assigned route
• Maintain a positive, respectful, and student-friendly environment
• Follow all traffic laws and school transportation policies
• Conduct basic pre- and post-route vehicle checks
• Communicate promptly with school administration regarding delays or concerns

Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates who currently hold a CDL; however, applicants willing to obtain a CDL are encouraged to apply, with reimbursement available
• Valid driver’s license
• Clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check
• Dependable, punctual, and safety-minded
• Agrees with our Statement of Faith and Human Dignity Policies
• Experience driving a bus or large vehicle preferred but not required

Compensation

• $100 per day for driving both morning and afternoon routes
• A tuition discount may be considered in place of daily pay

Employment Type

• Part-time, school-year position