School Bus Driver: Safe Student Transport & Field Trips

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School; San Juan Capistrano (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Coverage

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Plan

Tuition Remission

Salary Continuance

Job summary

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to ensure safe transport for students on daily routes and field trips.

You will operate school buses and passenger vans under the Director of Security and Transportation, perform vehicle checks, and maintain records in compliance with school and state regulations. The role requires strong communication, safety awareness, and professional interaction with students, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Valid California Class A or B Driver’s License with passenger endorsement.
• California School Bus Driver Certificate issued by the CHP.
• Current First Aid certification approved by the CHP or American Red Cross.
• Successful completion of an annual medical exam.
• Strong communication, judgment, and safety awareness.
• Ability to interact professionally with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Drive school buses or passenger vans on routes in accordance with established school protocol.
• Pick up and drop off students at designated locations while ensuring their safety.
• Transport students, faculty, and community members to field trips and events.
• Perform daily safety inspections of assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Report mechanical issues or safety concerns to the Transportation Coordinator immediately.
• Fuel, clean, and maintain vehicles as needed to ensure readiness and cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate records of mileage, student counts, driving and non-driving time, and any issues encountered.
• Complete schedules for daily routes and special trips.
• Comply with all state and federal transportation laws and school policies.
• Supervise student behavior on the bus and promote a safe environment.
• Attend trainings and staff meetings; support school events as needed.

Skills

California Driver's License (Class A/B

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Professional conduct with students

Education

CHP Bus Driver Certificate

First Aid Certification (CHP/Red Cross)

Annual medical exam

Job description

St. Margaret’s Episcopal School is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to ensure safe transport for students on daily routes and field trips.

You will operate school buses and passenger vans under the Director of Security and Transportation, perform vehicle checks, and maintain records in compliance with school and state regulations. The role requires strong communication, safety awareness, and professional interaction with students, families, and staff.