Carbon Valley Academy - Bus Driver

“Extraordinary student growth in academic achievement and character development through results‑driven leadership relentlessly focused on students.”

Job Title: Bus Driver
Job Department: Transportation
Paid AS: Classified School Year:

Responsible for driving the bus, providing and maintaining a safe environment for all children, providing appropriate discipline and ensuring that all children are riding the bus safely to the best of their ability.

• Safely operate the buses under all weather conditions
• Inspect and ensure cleanliness of buses interior and exterior
• Communicate with all staff, students, and parents
• Report any and all delays/breakdowns, and/or emergencies to dispatch
• Attend all school in‑service meetings and prepare to do emergency bus evacuations
• Be available for other duties throughout the day

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Safe driving history
• Enjoy working with children

• Criminal background check
• CPR and first aid certifications
• At least 21 years of age
• Pass annual CDE written test
• Pass annual driving performance test
• Pass a DOT physical
• Record of safe driving per motor vehicle record check
• Pass drug and alcohol /drug screen per the board policy

• Critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of Federal and Colorado laws to transport children
• Ability to read maps and route sheets
• Maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
• Defuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
• Work with diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Promote and follow the school board’s policies