School Bus Driver (2026-2027 SY - General Pool)

Alexandria City Public Schools; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL certification training

Health insurance

Virginia Retirement System

Job summary

Alexandria City Public Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to transport students on scheduled routes and field trips, ensuring safety and compliance with district policies. The role reports to the Transportation Supervisor and requires a valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.

A paid training program covers CDL certification; full-time employees receive health insurance and Virginia Retirement System benefits.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.
• Experience: Job related experience desired. Good work history and driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Transports passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit to maintain safety and follow district policy.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe operating condition and comply with guidelines.
• Advises students on appropriate behavior to reinforce regulations and safety.
• Assists students with loading/unloading and with disabilities as needed.
• Cleans vehicles and maintains sanitation and appearance.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements

CDL 3rd party examiner (DMV)

CPR/First Aid Certificate

SET Certification

Job description

Job Description

The School Bus Driver transports students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensures vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensures safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses. This Support position reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

***Paid training program includes CDL certification. Outstanding benefits program includes health insurance and Virginia Retirement System for full-time employees.***

Please note

If you do not currently hold a CDL license and are selected for employment, you will be placed on Step 1, Grade 3 of the Transportation Salary Scale ($24.36/hour) for your duration of training. Upon completion/passing the required CDL certification course, your step placement will be re-evaluated based on your commercial driving experience. If you have no additional commercial driving experience, you will be placed on Step 2, Grade 3 of the Transportation Salary Scale. You will be hired as a casual bus driver trainee; no benefits will be included throughout the training period.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.
• Experience: Job related experience desired. Good work history and driving record required.
• Certificates and Licenses (can be obtained through ACPS training program):
  • Valid Class "B" Commercial Driver's License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
  • CDL 3rd party examiner (DMV)
  • CPR/First Aid Certificate Recommended
  • SET (State Efficient Transport) Certification Behavior Intervention Training

Essential Functions

• Transports passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit to maintain safety and follow district policy.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, mirrors, etc.) to ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle and comply with mandated guidelines.
• Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior to reinforce regulations and maintain passenger safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) and resolves and/or recommends a resolution to the situation.
• Assists students and other passengers in safe loading and unloading from buses during both emergency situations and normal transport.
• Attends meetings, classroom and behind the wheel training, safety meetings, in service, administrative conferences, etc. to maintain skills and meet the certificate requirements of a school bus driver.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills to ensure efficiency of procedures and comply with mandated requirements.
• Prepares documents and reports (e.g. monthly manifest, incident/accident reports, inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, route description updates, maintenance orders, logs, etc.).
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, parents, other school personnel, etc.) to provide information and/or direction.
• Secures students as assigned (e.g. car seats, wheelchairs, restraints, etc.) to ensure their safety during transport.
• Assists children with disabilities on and off the bus.
• Assists with snow removal on/around buses to ensure buses maintain established schedules.
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior to ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Lifts student and/or equipment (e.g. wheelchairs, car seats, restraints, seat belts, etc.) to position or reposition students as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Compensation

• $24.36 to $29.95 an hour, determined by The ACPS Transportation Salary Scale

Clearances

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test.
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.

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