Field Trip Bus Driver — Youth Explorers Program

Child Care Aware; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Blue Sky Fund in Richmond, VA seeks several bus drivers for its Explorers program, partnering with local schools to provide field trips focused on science, nature, teamwork, and outdoor experiences.

Responsibilities include safely transporting students, preparing and maintaining buses, and communicating with school staff and the Program Coordinator. CDL-P endorsement and air brake certification are required, with a schedule roughly Sept through Apr, Tue–Fri mornings to early afternoons.

Qualifications

• Employment is contingent on holding or training for and successful attainment of Class B CDL-P (passenger endorsement) certification, including air brake certification.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive one of the Blue Sky buses, transporting 3rd-5th grade students to field sites and returning them to school, while on site.
• Prep buses before field trips, maintain cleanliness after trips, and report on bus functioning.
• Check-in with schools upon arrival, load students and lunches.
• Provide schedule and transportation updates to the Program Coordinator as needed.
• Remain within 15 minutes of site during the program and communicate with the Program Coordinator.
• Complete and stay current on driver training, certifications, and testing for safety-sensitive personnel.
• Represent Blue Sky Fund professionally, serving as a positive role model for students.

Job description

Blue Sky Fund in Richmond, VA seeks several bus drivers for its Explorers program, partnering with local schools to provide field trips focused on science, nature, teamwork, and outdoor experiences.

Responsibilities include safely transporting students, preparing and maintaining buses, and communicating with school staff and the Program Coordinator. CDL-P endorsement and air brake certification are required, with a schedule roughly Sept through Apr, Tue–Fri mornings to early afternoons.