Bus Driver: School Setting

Classical Charter Schools of America•Wilmington, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Roger Bacon Academy, an education management organization, is seeking outstanding applications for bus driver positions at Classical Charter Schools of Wilmington, a public charter school serving students grades K-5. The School Bus Driver is responsible for providing safe and efficient transportation of students over a specified route, according to a time schedule, for curriculum and extra-curricular activities. This is a non-exempt hourly paid position and requires clocking in and out to ensure accurate record keeping. A reliable means of communication is necessary for quick response to the Office Manager and Headmaster.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license with CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) endorsement.
Must be covered for personal auto insurance.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to follow oral and written directions.
Ability to read a map.
Interpersonal skills for communication with children, bus monitor, parents or other staff.
Excellent communication skills: active listening, instruction, speaking.
Excellent problem-solving and reasoning skills.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

Follow all rules, policies and procedures of Classical Charter Schools of Leland, along with regulations pertaining to the Department of Transportation.
Complies with all traffic ordinance.
Observes all mandatory safety regulation for school buses.
In tandem with the Bus Monitor, maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority.
Keeps assigned bus clean.
Checks bus before each operation for mechanical defects.
Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
Discharges students only at authorized stops.
Transports only authorized students.
Reports all accidents and completed required reports.
Stays current with state rules and regulations pertaining to driving and transporting students.