Bus Driver & Assistant Teacher – Safe Student Transport

Brightside Academy; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Vision Plan

Short-Term Disability (free)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (up to 25 days)

401(k) with Company Match

Life Insurance (free)

Group Term Life Benefits

Life Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Child Care Discounts

Team Member Discounts

Travel & Identity Theft Assistance

Credit Union

Employee Engagement events

Bonus opportunities

Professional Development & Credential:

CDA Certification training

Job summary

Brightside Academy is seeking a dependable Van Driver to transport students safely across assigned routes in the Pittsburgh area. You will ensure timely arrivals, maintain logs, and perform vehicle inspections to keep buses in top condition.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass background checks. Role may include duties as Assistant Teacher in a dual-role setup.

Qualifications

• Must have strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to remain patient and composed under pressure.
• Demonstrated time management and reliability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to assigned route and schedule.
• Ensure the safety of all students while transporting.
• Arrives punctually at each route location.
• Maintain accurate driver logs and records.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections; report issues.
• Keep bus clean and mechanically sound at all times.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and refuel as needed.
• Communicate with dispatch via two-way radio.
• Follow all safety rules and report hazards.
• Escalate inappropriate student behavior.
• Obey traffic laws at all times.
• Assist students with boarding and alighting as needed.
• Attend all safety trainings.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Discipline

Patience

Stress resilience

Time management

Reasoning (intermediate)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brightside Academy is seeking a dependable Van Driver to transport students safely across assigned routes in the Pittsburgh area. You will ensure timely arrivals, maintain logs, and perform vehicle inspections to keep buses in top condition.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass background checks. Role may include duties as Assistant Teacher in a dual-role setup.