Bus Driver SY 2026-2027

ambition-prep-careers; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition Preparatory Charter School in Jackson, MS is seeking a Bus Driver for the SY 2026-2027 school year. This role involves ensuring the safe transportation of students, maintaining a clean bus, and assisting students, including those with disabilities. Candidates must possess a driver's license and Commercial Driver's License Class B with a school bus endorsement.

The position requires strong adherence to traffic laws, excellent student management skills, and the ability to maintain vehicle safety. Competitive salaries and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Possess a current MS driver’s license and Commercial Driver's License Class B with a school bus endorsement.
• Must meet specific physical, hearing, and vision requirements as outlined by Mississippi Department of Education.
• Able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and events while adhering to traffic laws.
• Assist students with getting on and off the bus, ensuring safety.
• Perform inspections of the bus and report any mechanical issues.

Skills

Safe Transportation

Student Management

Vehicle Maintenance

Professional Conduct

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent

Job description

Bus Driver SY 2026-2027

Ambition Preparatory Charter School is deeply committed to ensuring that every student in grades K-8 receives the high-quality education they deserve. Our mission is to provide students with the academic skills and self-discipline needed for college and life success through high-quality instruction, intensive academic supports, and hard work. We are a new college preparatory elementary and middle school serving the students of Jackson, MS.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Safe Transportation
  • Transport students to and from school, field trips, sporting events, and other off-campus activities.
  • Follow a planned route and schedule, adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
  • Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus.
  • Ensure the safety of all students while on the bus.
• Student Management
  • Assist students with getting on and off the bus, including those with disabilities.
  • Verify permissions for students riding home with friends.
  • Maintain discipline and a safe environment on the bus.
• Vehicle Maintenance
  • Perform inspections of the bus before and after each route.
  • Report any mechanical issues or concerns to the appropriate authorities.
• Professional Conduct
  • Obey all traffic laws and regulations.
  • Attend safety meetings and training as required.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor and interact positively with students and parents.

This job involves sitting for long periods as well as stooping, squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing and climbing. Able to work a flexible schedule. Must be able to travel, enter, and exit a vehicle without assistance and withstand exposure to adverse weather conditions. Random drug tests may be performed.

Requirements

To be a part of the Ambition Prep team, all candidates, including students, families, and the community, must possess an unwavering commitment to Ambition Prep’s mission through the implementation of policies and procedures. You must share the belief that every student can learn at an advanced level regardless of race, culture, or socioeconomic status. It is required that you have the ability to adapt in an ambiguous, fast‑paced start‑up environment efficiently. Candidates must be team‑oriented and display a professional growth mindset, maturity, flexibility, promptness, commitment, and organization. Each candidate must also be receptive to constructive feedback and can remodel positive behavior precisely and effectively while keeping the common goal of every student in mind.

Qualifications

• Possess a current MS driver’s license and Commercial Driver's License Class B with a school bus endorsement
• You must meet specific physical, hearing, and vision requirements as outlined by the Mississippi Department of Education. This includes passing annual physical examinations
• Be able to pass a background check
• Successfully pass pre-employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment
• High School diploma or its equivalent

Compensation

Ambition Preparatory Charter School offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience. Ambition Preparatory Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.

Disclaimer: This job description describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals hired into this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required. Ambition Prep reserves the right to change any or all content of this job description based on business needs.