School Bus Drivers

Community Leadership Academy in; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Leadership Academy (PK–5) and Victory Preparatory Academy (6–12) in Commerce City are seeking dependable School Bus Drivers to join our transportation team. You’ll operate a modern fleet of electric buses, ensure safe loading and unloading, and help create a calm, welcoming start and end to each student’s day.

We value safety, reliability, and professional conduct, with routes that offer consistency and opportunities to support athletic and special event transportation.

Qualifications

• CDL with School Bus endorsement and state-approved training.
• Clean five-year driving record with no at-fault accidents.
• Pass background check and drug/alcohol testing.
• First Aid certification preferred.
• Experience in student transportation or with children is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on routes and events following laws and regulations.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and report issues promptly.
• Keep bus clean and orderly through daily upkeep.
• Ensure students board, ride, and exit safely following protocols.
• Maintain daily records (mileage, fuel, logs).
• Learn routes, stops, and transportation requirements.
• Clock in/out using required systems and complete procedures.
• Operate buses with wheelchair lifts and assist accessibility as needed.
• Perform additional duties to support safe transportation.

Skills

CDL with S endorsement

Driver training completed

Clean driving record

Professionalism

Background check cleared

Drug testing compliance

First Aid certified (preferred)

Student transportation experience

Education

State-approved school bus driver training program

Job description

Join Our Team as a School Bus Driver — Make a Difference Every Day!

Community Leadership Academy (PK–5) and Victory Preparatory Academy (6–12), award-winning charter schools in Commerce City, are seeking dependable, safety-minded School Bus Drivers to join our team and help create a positive start and finish to every student's day.

As a valued member of our transportation team, you’ll operate a modern fleet of electric, air‑conditioned buses while ensuring students travel safely, comfortably, and on schedule. You’ll play an essential role in providing a clean, calm, and well‑managed environment where students feel welcomed and ready to learn.

If you are responsible, caring, and committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families, we invite you to become part of a team dedicated to safety, service, and student success.

Why Join Us?

Enjoy paid opportunities for athletic and special event transportation, consistent routes, modern equipment, and a professional team that values your skills and the work you do.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a school bus along assigned routes and for special transportation events while adhering to all traffic laws, safety procedures, and transportation regulations.
• Conduct thorough pre‑trip inspections to verify safe operating conditions and report any mechanical issues, safety concerns, or camera malfunctions promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly bus environment through daily sweeping, routine upkeep, and general vehicle care.
• Ensure students safely board, ride, and exit the bus by following established safety protocols, including accurately scanning and recording ridership.
• Maintain accurate daily records, including mileage, fuel usage, operational logs, and required transportation documentation.
• Maintain current route information and become familiar with assigned student stops, schedules, and transportation requirements.
• Utilize required systems to accurately clock in and out and complete daily operational procedures.
• Safely operate buses equipped with wheelchair lifts and assist with accessibility requirements as needed.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support safe and efficient student transportation operations.

Qualifications:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a School Bus (S) endorsement.
• Successful completion of a state‑approved school bus driver training program.
• Clean five‑year driving record with no at‑fault accidents.
• Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, and strong commitment to safety.
• Ability to successfully pass a required background check.
• Willingness to participate in all federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion testing.
• Current First Aid certification preferred.
• Previous experience in student transportation or working with children is highly desirable.

What We Value:

We value drivers who take pride and ownership in their routes, maintain a clean and welcoming bus environment, follow all procedures consistently, and communicate with students in a calm, respectful manner. Reliability, attentiveness, and a steadfast commitment to safety are at the heart of everything we do.