School Bus Driver

Coastal Elite Pro; Mokane (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro is seeking a reliable School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school and activities. The role requires operating buses under safety protocols, conducting inspections, and communicating with families and staff.

The driver will enforce behavior policies, assist students (including those with special needs) during boarding and disembarking, and maintain accurate route records. This is a full-time, in-person position with benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bus or commercial driving, preferably with school bus background.
• Strong communication skills; multilingual abilities are a plus.
• Mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections and basic maintenance.
• Experience working with children or in childcare settings.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
• Ability to write reports related to transportation activities.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses following safety protocols and traffic laws.
• Transport students to schools, events, and activities.
• Enforce behavior policies and maintain order on the bus.
• Conduct pre/post-trip inspections for safety and cleanliness.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and dispatchers.
• Assist students during boarding and disembarking, including those with special needs.
• Maintain accurate records of routes, attendance, and incidents.
• Comply with transportation regulations.

Skills

Bus driving

Communication

Vehicle inspection

Childcare experience

CDL with Passenger Endorsement

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Role Overview:

A School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and activities, ensuring their safety and well-being during transit.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate school buses following safety protocols and traffic laws
• Transport students to various destinations, including schools and events
• Enforce behavior management policies and maintain order on the bus
• Conduct vehicle inspections for safety and cleanliness
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and dispatchers
• Assist students, including those with special needs, during boarding and disembarking
• Maintain accurate records of routes, attendance, and incidents
• Comply with transportation regulations

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in bus or commercial driving, preferred with school bus background
• Strong communication skills, possibly multilingual
• Mechanical knowledge for vehicle inspections
• Experience working with children or in childcare
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred
• Ability to write reports related to transportation activities

Additional Details:

This is a full-time role offering benefits such as health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, paid training, and tuition reimbursement, with in-person work requirements.