Lead School Bus Driver & Route Supervisor

PowerSchool; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC seeks a Lead Bus Driver to supervise and coordinate bus drivers, relay critical information, and occasionally drive a school bus to ensure safe, on-time transportation for students daily.

Under general supervision, you will communicate with bus drivers, monitor routes and schedules, apply board policies, and support operations staff, delivering reliable service while maintaining safety and compliance with TIMS and DMV requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDL with School Bus Certification required.
• Minimum of two years as a School Bus Driver.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and guide assigned bus drivers per district policies.
• Drive a school bus to transport students when needed.
• Monitor routes and ensure on-time service.
• Communicate with drivers and parents about transportation needs.
• Ensure safety checks and report bus conditions.
• Provide training and support to drivers as needed.
• Maintain TIMS data and route paperwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Route planning

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with School Bus Certification

Tools

TIMS (Transportation Information Management System)

Job description

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in Charlotte, NC seeks a Lead Bus Driver to supervise and coordinate bus drivers, relay critical information, and occasionally drive a school bus to ensure safe, on-time transportation for students daily.

Under general supervision, you will communicate with bus drivers, monitor routes and schedules, apply board policies, and support operations staff, delivering reliable service while maintaining safety and compliance with TIMS and DMV requirements.