Bus Driver

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (CVCA); Stow (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy (CVCA) is seeking a school bus driver to transport students safely to and from school, field trips, and after‑school activities. The role emphasizes maintaining student safety, conducting routine vehicle inspections, and communicating with school staff and families.

Ideal candidates will hold a High school diploma or GED, a valid CDL with endorsements or be willing to obtain them, and maintain a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid CDL with endorsements (or willingness to obtain with assistance).
• Clean Driving Record required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on assigned routes and schedules.
• Ensure the safety of all passengers during loading, transport, and unloading.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with school staff, parents, and transportation coordinators.
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and school policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Relational with students

Caring

Pastoral heart toward students

Hard working

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid CDL with endorsements

Job description

Description

Biblical Principles and Expectations: All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further CVCA’s mission to educate and cultivate servants for Christ.

Ministry Overview

The Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy is a non‑profit ministry that is dedicated to “Educating and Cultivating Servants for Christ”. We are a middle and senior high school committed to high academic standards. Our biblically‑integrated, college‑preparatory curriculum is delivered by a dedicated staff of Christian professionals. We are committed to teaching from a biblical worldview and philosophy. We are committed to providing our students with experiences that will foster in them a servant’s heart, including extra‑curricular activities, inter‑scholastic athletics, music, theater, short‑term mission trips, and numerous service opportunities. CVCA aims to create a Christian school community characterized by transforming relationships that produce a lived‑out faith in the lives of our students, our faculty and our staff.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds CVCA in prayer
• Participates in chapel as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with CVCA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Core Values, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Job Summary

Enhance CVCA’s mission by providing safe, reliable transportation for students to and from school for field trips, sporting events and after school activities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on assigned routes and schedules
• Ensure the safety of all passengers during loading, transport, and unloading
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus
• Communicate clearly and professionally with school staff, parents, and transportation coordinators
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and school policies
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• The ability to relationally connect with students and other adult staff members
• Caring
• Pastoral heart toward students
• Hard working
• Team player who is committed to building a successful ministry
• Grasps the DNA and mission of CVCA

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or related GED
• Valid CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with appropriate endorsements (or willingness to obtain with assistance)
• Clean Driving Record

Working Conditions / Physical Demands

• Work is typically performed in a conventional school environment
• Standing, bending, sitting, walking, lifting