School Bus Driver

Position Title: Bus Driver - with BONUS options

*BRAND NEW BUS FLEET EXPECTED FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

FLSA Classification: Non- Exempt

Reports to: Principal and Transportation Director

Position Description: Transport students to and from school, following established routes. Drivers might also transport students to special events, like field trips and after-school sporting events.

Essential Functions:

· Drive a school bus safely in accordance with time schedules transporting students to and from their homes, and on field trips as assigned.

· Oversee the boarding and departing of students, releasing students to authorized individual.

· Assure that safety belts are fastened.

· Assure bus is maintained in safe operating condition; report needed mechanical repairs.

· Assures bus is maintained in a clean condition.

· Follow district policies, rules and regulations, and observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.

· Supervise children during emergency drills.

· Display professional behavior when working with students, families, co-workers and others in the community.

· Have knowledge of common safety hazards and necessary safety precautions for self and others, sufficient to be able to establish a safe bus operation.

· Assist with medical and behavior problems.

· Prepare student discipline reports and issue bus citations when appropriate.

· Demonstrate an understanding of the Imagine Schools Six Measures of Excellence in the execution of duties.

· Model positive character virtues and habits. Assist students in developing positive moral and performance character attributes.

· Perform other duties as assigned by Principal/School Leader.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Education: High School Diploma/GED.

· Licenses & Certifications: Commercial Driver’s License and driving experience.

· Experience: 1-2 years related work experience.

· Knowledge, Ability & Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating manuals. Ability to perform the job independently and exercise good judgment when appropriate. Tolerance for all personality types and a passion for working with children. Ability to perform in a sometimes physically demanding and stressful environment.

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the standard required for each essential function. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all assigned duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Bus driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Melbourne, FL 32904: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23