Bus Driver, West Valley, AZ

ReNEW Schools; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401K investment options

Job summary

A local educational institution in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Full Time Bus Driver to ensure the safety of students and staff during school activities. Candidates must have a valid Driver’s License, current CDL with required endorsements, and a high school diploma. The position includes various responsibilities related to student transportation and bus maintenance. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including health care and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Current CDL with 'S' School Bus and 'P' Passenger Endorsements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of students and staff on all school activities.
• Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session.
• Transports students, teachers, and others on school activity trips.
• Inspects assigned bus daily prior to transporting passengers.
• Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
• Reports all mechanical deficiencies and traffic violations.
• Observes and tracks route timing for efficiency.
• Inventories bus emergency and first aid supplies.

Job description

Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly.

American Leadership Academy is currently accepting applications for Full Time Bus Drivers at our Vistancia campus in Peoria, AZ, who will ensure the safety of students and staff on all school activities. Candidates must possess a current Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License and/or Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement and valid Arizona School Bus Driver Certificate. Previous experience working as a bus driver for a school district is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Ensure the safety of students and staff on all school activities.
• Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading students at designated locations.
• Transports students, teachers, and others on school activity trips.
• Inspects assigned bus daily prior to transporting of passengers to ensure that bus is in good, clean, and safe working order.
• Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
• Ensures that a communication device is in proper working order before each trip.
• Reports all mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents promptly.
• Arranges for and ensures completion of routine maintenance of bus (e.g., oil change); transporting the bus to and from maintenance and/or repair facilities.
• Observes and tracks route timing, such as total time en-route, time between stops, loading and unloading times or any other requested information for the purpose of establishing route efficiency, as requested.
• Follows procedures to ensure that no child is left alone on the bus without adult supervision at any time, and that all children have departed the bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trip or other special trips).
• Inventories bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment; reports needs to the Director.
• In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures, ensures that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes a written report as required.
• Travel to and from school building, vehicle service stations, field trip locations and other destinations as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record
• Current CDL with “S” School Bus and “P” Passenger Endorsements
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred Qualifications:

• School bus driving: 1 year experience

American Leadership Academy offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience. We offer health benefits, paid time off, and 401K investment options including employer contributions.

Interested candidates are encouraged to complete our online application and include letters of recommendation. If you have any questions about the position, please send an email to [e-mail]