School Bus Driver (2026-2027 SY - General Pool)

Job Description:

The School Bus Driver transports students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensures vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensures safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses. This Support position reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

***Paid training program includes CDL certification. Outstanding benefits program includes health insurance and Virginia Retirement System for full-time employees. 

Qualifications:

• Education:  High School diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.

• Experience:  Job related experience desired. Good work history and driving record required.

• Certificates and Licenses (can be obtained through ACPS training program):
  • Valid Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
  • CDL 3rd party examiner (DMV)
  • CPR/First Aid Certificate Recommended
  • SET (State Efficient Transport) Certification Behavior Intervention Training

Essential Functions:

• Transports passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit to maintain safety and follow district policy.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, mirrors, etc.) to ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle and comply with mandated guidelines.
• Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior to reinforce regulations and maintain passenger safety.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) and resolves and/or recommends a resolution to the situation.
• Assists students and other passengers in safe loading and unloading from buses during both emergency situations and normal transport.
• Attends meetings, classroom and behind the wheel training, safety meetings, in service, administrative conferences, etc. to maintain skills and meet the certificate requirements of a school bus driver.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills to ensure efficiency of procedures and comply with mandated requirements.
• Prepares documents and reports (e.g. monthly manifest, incident/accident reports, inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, route description updates, maintenance orders, logs, etc.).
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) to appropriate personnel.
• Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, parents, other school personnel, etc.) to provide information and/or direction.
• Secures students as assigned (e.g. car seats, wheelchairs, restraints, etc.) to ensure their safety during transport.
• Assists children with disabilities on and off the bus.
• Assists with snow removal on/around buses to ensure buses maintain established schedules.
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior to ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
• Lifts student and/or equipment (e.g. wheelchairs, car seats, restraints, seat belts, etc.) to position or reposition students as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Compensation: 

• $24.36 to $29.95 an hour, determined by The ACPS Transportation Salary Scale 

Clearances: 

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance.
• Tuberculosis Skin Test. 
• Public Health Compliance - Must follow safety and health protocols.

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