Bus Driver

Job Details

Location:

Denver, CO 80235

Salary Range: $27.80 - $27.80 Hourly

Colorado Academy seeks candidates for a School Bus Driver position. The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, field trips, late bus routes and other school-related activities. This position requires a commitment to safety, punctuality, and excellent customer service.

• Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient manner, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition.
• Maintain a clean and orderly bus environment.
• Supervise student behavior on the bus and implement appropriate disciplinary measures.

• Transport students to and from school, field trips, and other school-related activities according to established routes and schedules.
• Ensure that all students are properly seated and secured before driving.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school staff.

• Comply with all state and federal regulations pertaining to school bus operations.
• Attend required training and professional development sessions.

• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with both “P” and “S” endorsement.
• Clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a physical examination and drug test.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• Driving safely is most important qualification.
• Minimum 21 years of age.
• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Must possess a current Colorado CDL Class B – SP2.
• Motor Vehicle Record must meet school safety standards.
• Must pass Department of Transportation physical exam.
• Must pass Criminal Background Check.
• Being a highly motivated team player with a professional attitude is necessary.

• Work hours may vary, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions.
• Frequent interaction with children and parents.

• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently.
• Ability to bend, kneel, and reach.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.

Colorado Academy prohibits discrimination and unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion or creed, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, marital status, genetic information, or other protected classifications defined by federal or Colorado laws. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with CA.