What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Forest Area Community Schools?
Attn Applicants: To apply for this position contact:
Sue Ingersoll
Transportation
Forest Area High/Middle School
7741 Shippy Rd.
Fife Lake, MI 49633
You may email your interest to:
singersoll@forestarea.org
Title: Bus Driver
Reports to: Transportation
Date: Posted June 30 2026; open until filled
Description: Forest Area Community Schools is seeking an individual to join our team of bus drivers. We are a small district in northern Michigan which serves around 500 students, PreK-12, in the communities of Fife Lake and South Boardman.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Transport student(s) to/from their home to Forest Area Schools
- Transportation Monday - Friday; approximately 4 ½ hours per day
Qualifications:
- Commercial Drivers License (CDL) w/school bus endorsement recommended but willing to train the right person
- Ability to work well with others
- Strong desire to build and maintain positive relationships with students of all ages
Transportation/Bus Drivers work closely with the transportation department and superintendent, and are compensated according to the AFSCME contract. This position is for approximately 4.5 hours per day (when school is in session)
To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest to:
Sue Ingersoll
Transportation
Forest Area High/Middle School
7741 Shippy Rd.
Fife Lake, MI 49633
You may email your interest to:
singersoll@forestarea.org
If you have any questions, please call the Forest Area central office at (231) 369-4191.