Part Time Bus Driver

Central Jersey College Preparatory Charter School; Franklin Township (NJ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School in Somerset, New Jersey is seeking a Part-Time Bus Driver to transport students and staff safely along designated routes. The role requires maintaining a clean vehicle, adhering to schedules, and assisting students during boarding and disembarking while following all DOT and school policies.

The ideal candidate will have a CDL with P and S endorsements, a clean driving record, and the ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and school

Qualifications

• Experience driving school buses.
• Knowledge of safety and DOT regulations.
• Ability to monitor and guide students during transport.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus and transport students and staff on designated routes.
• Follow routes and schedules, maintain vehicle cleanliness and safety.
• Assist students with boarding and disembarking; provide safe, courteous service.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to follow safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Clean driving record

Tools

CDL license with P and S endorsements

Job description

Central Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP first opened in 2006 with 77 students, and is now serving a diverse population of over 1,300 students and nearly 300 faculty and staff. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as:

USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016

NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018

US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024

National Charter School, 2020

College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024

College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024

Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022

100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025

100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011

The mission of CJCP is to provide academic and social opportunities for students to attain the skills necessary for success in post-secondary education. CJCP serves its mission by offering rigorous educational programs with an emphasis on college preparation, college and career counseling, and extracurricular enrichment activities.

Part Time Bus Driver

Responsibilities Include:

• Operating a school bus and safely transporting students and staff to and from designated locations.
• Following assigned routes and schedules, maintaining a clean and operational vehicle, assisting students with boarding and disembarking.
• Adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations while providing excellent customer service to students, parents, and staff.
• Performing daily pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure it is in good working condition and report any mechanical issues or accidents promptly
• Monitoring student behavior on the bus and address any disruptive actions in a calm, professional manner
• Communicating effectively with school staff, parents, and administrators regarding student needs or concerns
• Attend any required trainings and maintain necessary certifications/licenses
• Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;
• Accounts for student attendance
• Follows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;
• Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;

Additional Responsibilities:

• Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Proven communication and instructional strategies;
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;
• Excellent organizational skills.
• NJ Criminal History;
• Work authorization in the U.S.;
• Tuberculosis Test;
• School Bus Driving: 1 year (Required)
• Commercial Driving: 1 year (Required)
• Valid CDL license with P and S endorsements
• High school or equivalent (Preferred)
• Must provide Driver Abstract Report issued by Department of Motor Vehicles
• Compliance with DOT physical examination and Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements
• Current Medical Card
• Minimum of three (3) years' previous safe driving experience.