School Bus Drivers

Coweta County Schools; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Coweta County Schools in Newnan, Georgia seeks reliable School Bus Drivers to start and end bus runs on schedule, read routes accurately, and transport students safely every workday. Training is provided for CDL evaluation and certification.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be able to lift 50 lbs, pass background and physical exams, and hold a valid CDL. This full-time role requires good communication with school staff and a commitment to student safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; pass MVR/criminal/drug and alcohol review.
• Valid commercial driver’s license and ability to pass state physical exam.
• Maintain a functional telephone service.
• Must meet Coweta County Public School driver training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Start and end bus runs at assigned times each workday.
• Read and follow assigned routes.
• Pick up and deliver students at designated locations daily.
• Supervise students during loading, riding and unloading.
• Comply with safety rules and district policies.

Skills

Follow instructions quickly

Emergency evacuation

Read road maps

Driver training

Communication skills

Lift 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

School Bus Drivers

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Job Details

Job ID: 5983954

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Nov 05, 2026 5:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Start and end bus runs at assigned times every workday. Correctly read and follow assigned routes. Pick up and deliver students at assigned times in assigned locations every workday. Obey and follow all state of Georgia and Coweta County School System bus safety rules, procedures and policies. Obey all State of Georgia traffic regulations, especially those dealing with school buses. Be able to lift and place disabled children in fire blanket and drag them to the emergency door. Supervise students while loading, riding and unloading buses. Cooperate with principals, teachers and parents. Cooperate with and maintain a good relationship with all other school system employees. Familiarize and effect compliance with Coweta County Public School Driver’s Manual. Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Transportation, and/or transportation personnel.

The Transportation Office provides all required training and preparation for your commercial driver’s license evaluation and certification.

Required Education, Certification or Training

High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred, MVR/criminal/drug and alcohol review, passed state physical examination. Valid commercial driver’s license. Maintain a functional telephone service.

Required Experience

Large vehicle experience not required but may be a factor in final selection of successful applicant.

Required Skills

Ability to follow oral and written instructions quickly and accurately; ability to carry out an emergency evacuation; ability to read road maps of various designs; ability to satisfactorily complete the school system driver training course; good communication skills; ability to lift 50 lbs. or more.

The Coweta County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

The Coweta County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Vera Harris
• 167 Werz Industrial Drive
• Newnan, Georgia 30263
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]