Bus Driver

Trinity Preparatory School•Winter Park, FL

About The Position

Safely transports students and adults in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations and Trinity Preparatory School policies and procedures. Drives scheduled routes and transports students and teachers on athletic and educational field trips. The role requires maintaining a safe, clean bus, supporting student order and discipline, and following school safety procedures. The schedule may be flexible or fluctuating. The position is open until filled.

Requirements

CDL license with School Bus Endorsement required.
At least 1 year of school bus driving experience.
No at-fault traffic accidents.
Clean driving record.
Ability to complete assigned routes on time.
Excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
At least 2 years of experience working with children preferred.
CPR/AED/First Aid certification; may be obtained upon hiring.

Responsibilities

Drive a school bus according to specified schedules and applicable student-transportation laws and regulations.
Transport students and teachers on athletic and educational field trips.
Conduct prescribed daily vehicle inspections, maintain the bus in safe operating condition, and report mechanical defects or malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Keep the bus clean, including floors, seats, interior windows, and dash area; empty the trash receptacle when needed, especially when food debris is present.
Maintain student order and discipline, address disruptive behavior according to established procedures, cite students for behavior infractions, and communicate behavior issues as required by school policy.
Maintain current knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures and techniques.
Report incidents affecting student safety or bus operations.
Comply with the school’s policies, procedures, and handbooks.
Secure the bus after each use, including closing all windows.
Perform other duties as required by the Business Manager or designate.