School Bus Driver

Moravian Academy; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Moravian Academy in Bethlehem, PA is seeking a responsible school bus driver to transport PK–12 students to and from school, field trips, and athletics. The role emphasizes safety, punctuality, and vehicle maintenance across multiple campuses in the Lehigh Valley.

The driver must hold a CDL with a School Bus Endorsement, maintain a clean driving record, pass all clearances and a DOT physical plus drug test. This on-site position requires a safety-first mindset and reliable teamwork.

Qualifications

• CDL license with a School Bus Endorsement is required.
• Clean driving record is required.
• All applicable state and federal clearances are required.
• DOT physical and drug test must be passed.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of the vehicle.
• Be punctual with departure times and follow the trip schedule.
• Regularly check vehicle safety features (tires, brakes, signals, etc.).
• Monitor and report fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
• Report delays, accidents, and emergencies as they occur.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations promptly.
• Perform a child check immediately after each run.
• Assist with loading and unloading of students as needed.
• Enforce conduct and safety rules on the bus.
• Maintain a clean and orderly vehicle at all times.

Skills

Team player

Job description

Moravian Academy is hiring a responsible and reliable school bus driver to transport students to and from school as needed. These transportation runs could include home-to-school and back, field trips, and athletic events throughout the week. The school bus driver's responsibilities include ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, observing safety and traffic rules, and maintaining order among students while they are on the bus.

If you enjoy working with children, strictly observe passenger transport regulations, care about the maintenance of your vehicle, and hold passenger safety as the highest priority then we want to talk with you.

Bus Driver Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspection of the vehicle
• Be punctual with departure times and follow trip schedule
• Regularly checking vehicle safety such as tires, brakes, turn signals, mechanical equipment, etc.
• Monitoring and reporting fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
• Reporting delays, accidents, and emergencies.
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Perform a child check immediately after each run
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of the bus when required.
• Enforcing conduct and safety rules on the bus.
• Maintaining a clean vehicle.

Bus Driver Requirements:

• CDL license with a School Bus Endorsement required.
• Valid and Clean driving record.
• All appropriate state and federal clearances
• Pass DOT physical and drug test

Skills and Abilities:

• Team player and team builder

About the School:

Moravian Academy, located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a PK through 12th grade coeducational college preparatory school and the ninth oldest independent school in the United States. Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy is still today a school in motion. After a recent merger with The Swain School, Moravian Academy comprises 940 students and 210 employees. The extensive facilities are located on three campuses which together are the premier choice for independent education in the Lehigh Valley region.

Moravian Academy is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to provide an environment that welcomes a diverse community.