Bus Driver SY 2026-2027

Ambition Prep; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Benefits commensurate with experience

Job summary

A charter school in Jackson is hiring for a position focused on transporting students safely to and from various activities. The ideal candidate must hold a valid MS driver's license and a Commercial Driver's License Class B with a school bus endorsement. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance and ensuring student safety during transport. A commitment to providing all students with the opportunity to learn is essential. Candidates must pass background checks and pre-employment drug tests.

Qualifications

• Current MS driver's license and Commercial Driver's License Class B with a school bus endorsement required.
• Meet specific physical, hearing, and vision requirements as outlined by the Mississippi Department of Education.
• Ability to pass a background check is required.
• High School diploma or its equivalent (required).
• Meet physical, hearing and vision requirements per Mississippi Department of Education (required).

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and other events.
• Maintain student safety and vehicle cleanliness during transportation.
• Obey all traffic laws and regulations at all times.
• Professional Conduct: adhere to traffic laws and participate in safety trainings.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Professionalism

Flexibility

Promptness

Commitment

Organization

Education

High School diploma or its equivalent

Tools

MS driver's license

Commercial Driver's License Class B

Job description

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 required
• You must meet specific physical, hearing, and vision requirements as outlined by the Mississippi Department of Education. This includes passing annual physical examinations required
• Be able to pass a background check required
• Successfully pass pre‑employment drug testing and random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment required
• High School diploma or its equivalent required

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.