School Bus Driver Trainer & Safety Coach

Summit School Services LLC; Dearborn Heights (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Holiday pay

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Summit School Services LLC is seeking a School Bus Driver Instructor to deliver the company’s transportation safety training. You will conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel sessions, teach traffic rules, defensive driving, and vehicle operation, and assess trainee progress to ensure readiness for exams and road tests.

You'll maintain detailed records, stay current with state and federal driving regulations, and collaborate with fellow instructors to improve training programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years as a Commercial Driver License holder.
• Trainer in school bus transportation industry required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Certification as a driving instructor (state requirements).
• Knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and ability to work with students of varying skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel training sessions for new drivers.
• Teach rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and vehicle operation.
• Assess employees driving abilities and provide constructive feedback.
• Prepare employees for written and practical driving exams.
• Maintain accurate records of progress and training activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal driving regulations.
• Stay updated on changes in driving laws and best practices in driver education.
• Provide retraining for drivers when needed.
• Collaborate with instructors and staff to improve training programs.
• Participate in monthly safety meetings.

Skills

Teaching

Classroom training

Communication

Patience

Interpersonal skills

Time management

MS Office

Education

High school diploma

CDL with School Bus Endorsements

DOT medical certification

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Summit School Services LLC is seeking a School Bus Driver Instructor to deliver the company’s transportation safety training. You will conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel sessions, teach traffic rules, defensive driving, and vehicle operation, and assess trainee progress to ensure readiness for exams and road tests.

You'll maintain detailed records, stay current with state and federal driving regulations, and collaborate with fellow instructors to improve training programs.