Substitute Bus Driver

Overview

This is a Per Diem position at King’s Schools in Shoreline, WA.

Compensation
: $27.85 - $28.69 per hour depending on experience

Benefits
: 403(b), sick leave

CRISTA Ministries (“CRISTA”) is a Christian church community that exists to exercise and express its Christian beliefs. The organization and its ministries seek to share the Gospel and serve people through various programs. CRISTA leads five distinct ministries in alignment with its calling to draw people into a transforming relationship with Christ, including World Concern, CRISTA Media, CRISTA Camps, King’s Schools, and CRISTA Senior Living.

CRISTA’s mission and vision statements, core values, and statements of faith guide the work of staff and volunteers.

CRISTA Ministries Mission & Vision Statements

• Mission Statement: To fearlessly declare the Gospel, with Biblical truth and love, leading generations to follow Jesus.
• Vision Statement: Until All Know Jesus.

CRISTA Ministries Core Values

• Christ-Centered
  :
  We approach our work by faith, prayerfully believing God will do the miraculous.
• Servanthood
  :
  We serve our world by meeting needs practically and spiritually.
• Uncompromising Integrity
  :
  We are honest, transparent, and trustworthy — reflecting Jesus in all we do.
• Holy Stewardship
  :
  We honor and maximize the potential of the resources, assets, and people God has entrusted to us.
• Excellence
  :
  We serve with excellence knowing that we represent God in our work, words, and actions.
• Unified Team
  :
  We are One CRISTA, united in the vision to transform lives with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

The Bus Driver reports directly to the Transportation Manager and is responsible for the efficient operation of the school bus and the safe transportation of passengers. The Bus Driver will follow all regulations and procedures outlined in the Transportation Department Drivers’ Manual. Bus Driver must arrive at work promptly to ensure timely bus schedule.

(General overview and may not include all details of responsibilities)

• Operate school bus on morning and/or afternoon routes, safely delivering students to the appropriate destinations. Maintain appropriate behavior of students.
• Participate in extra bus runs as needed.
• Perform routine documentation and maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers and students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).

Christ Centered

• Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior
• Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc).
• Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
• Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
• Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
• Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and CCC.
• Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

Licensure / Certification

• Meet all state requirements for bus driving endorsements and certification including valid driver’s license.
• Able to pass all pre-employment screenings for becoming a school bus driver.
• Work to obtain a Class B CDL with School Bus endorsement (CRISTA will train).
• Active CDL Medical card (CRISTA will pay).
• Maintain up-to-date first aid certification (CPR).

Software / Equipment Knowledge

• School bus and related implements.
• 14 passenger commuter van.

Other Considerations

• Must be clean, well-groomed, and dressed in reasonable and modest attire.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have experience working with children.
• Ability to work part-time, split shifts, and some non-standard hours.
• Be respectful and polite…