School Bus Driver

Algierscharterschools; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated School Bus Driver committed to safety and customer service. In this vital role, you will ensure the safe and timely transport of students, maintain the bus, and foster positive relationships with parents and schools. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in children's lives while working in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about transportation safety and enjoy working with children, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in school transportation operations preferred.
• Valid CDL with school bus endorsement required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety and timely transportation of students.
• Maintain vehicle safety and cleanliness.

Skills

School Transportation Operations

Customer Service

Safety Awareness

Effective Communication

Time Management

Education

CDL License with School Bus Endorsement

First Aid and CPR Certification

Tools

School Bus

Safety Equipment

Job description

What Success Means in This Position
This is a 10-month exempt level position. The School Bus Driver role will need to have a commitment to safety, customer service, and have genuine, caring attitudes for children. Candidates that are selected for this position will be provided with a competitive salary based on experience.

Responsibilities

• Stop at all stops on the route and report any delays or deviations in schedule to the Director of Transportation.
• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Ensure that your vehicle is operating properly each day by testing brakes, tires, and other components.
• Maintain a safe environment on the school bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies.
• Report any unsafe environment to the Director of Transportation immediately.
• Keep track of the number of students transported, to report to supervisor daily.
• Ensure that students in 2nd grade and all lower grades are being picked up at stops by a parent/guardian.
• Disinfect and sanitize high touch areas at the end of each route and/or field trip run to minimize exposure against diseases and infections.
• Research and suggest purchases for any equipment needed for the school bus or materials needed for compliance with all the existing policies and procedures.
• Resolve daily operational problems and emergencies while coordinating with the Director of Transportation on complex issues for timely resolutions.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents, schools, and departments, while coordinating with the Director of Transportation, school, and parents on resolving concerns with scheduling and route development continuously.
• Attend in-services and training for transportation safety, which includes conducting a mock evacuation and emergency drills.
• Coordinate to prepare for annual state bus inspections and resolving any inspection issues.
• Collaborate with departments, local and state agencies, and organizations relating to pupil transportation.
• Report accidents and other issues associated with student transportation immediately to the Director of Transportation.
• Ability to work well under pressure and use sound judgment, including appropriate handling of confidential matters.

Qualifications

• Must have at least three (3) years in school transportation operations, preferred.
• Must possess a valid CDL license with a school bus endorsement and a "P" Endorsement, required.
• Valid certifications in First Aid and CPR, or have the ability to obtain these certifications within 60 days of hire, preferred.
• Knowledgeable of school law in accordance with Louisiana statutes, and consults with leadership during times of uncertainty.
• Proactively approaches others with a view to engaging in dialogue and building strong working relationships.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Must be well organized and have impeccable time management skills.
• Must possess a valid City of New Orleans bus driver certificate issued by the Department of Safety and Permits, preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit frequently or for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, crouch, reach, talk, hear conversations, and near/far visual acuity, depth perception with color vision with a wide field of vision function.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds with exposure to petroleum fumes and work occasionally outside.
• Ability to work evening and/or weekend hours when necessary.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May work prolonged or irregular hours.
• Frequent charter system-wide travel; occasional out-of-town or state travel.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.