What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026/2027 Private School Bus Driver (CDL) position at The Overlake School?
The Overlake School is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a 75-acre campus in Redmond, Washington. The school serves 575 students in grades 5-12. Our drivers are a valued and inclusive part of our community.
Position Overview
The Overlake School is seeking a CDL School Bus Driver for our Sammamish/Issaquah route for the 2026/2027 school year. Our students, parents and faculty community are driven by our Core Values and Mission Statement of our school. Our motivated students strongly embrace these values. Therefore, student management challenges are not an issue on our routes. Our drivers are a valued and inclusive part of our community. Our team is a high functioning one that is proud of the preeminent service level we provide our families.
Wage: $37.62/hr. Hourly non-exempt, 32hrs/week.
The Process: This position will remain open until filled.
Benefits
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Position Overview
The Overlake School is seeking a CDL School Bus Driver for our Sammamish/Issaquah route for the 2026/2027 school year. Our students, parents and faculty community are driven by our Core Values and Mission Statement of our school. Our motivated students strongly embrace these values. Therefore, student management challenges are not an issue on our routes. Our drivers are a valued and inclusive part of our community. Our team is a high functioning one that is proud of the preeminent service level we provide our families.
Wage: $37.62/hr. Hourly non-exempt, 32hrs/week.
The Process: This position will remain open until filled.
Benefits
- $5 employee premium for all medical plans
- 100% employee coverage for dental and vision plans
- 35% medical, dental and vision coverage for dependents
- 20 to 30 days of paid time off based on tenure for full-time 12-month staff
- Paid Holidays when school is fully closed
- 5-10% employer match based on years of service and employee contribution
- On-site health and wellness
- Professional development allowance
- Up to $1,850 meal allowance for breakfast, lunch, and snacks through on-campus dining.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long term and short term disability as well as life insurance
- Use of School Library
- New Employee Cross-Department Mentorship Program
- Ensure safe boarding, transit, and drop-off of students; perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspections
- Represent Overlake’s values through respectful, inclusive, and responsible conduct
- Communicate route changes, delays, or concerns to school staff and families
- Provide transportation for field trips, athletics, and school events as needed
- Report vehicle maintenance needs promptly to ensure safety and reliability
- Maintain required logs and documentation per state and federal regulations
- Participate in safety drills, training sessions, and professional development
- Be prepared to execute emergency procedures and basic first aid if necessary
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