Bus Driver - IDEA San Juan

Overview

Role Mission:
The Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students over scheduled routes to and from a variety of school sites and to assure the safety of the passengers riding the school bus. Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job class is responsible for ensuring the safety of all passengers including special education students while operating the assigned bus and for ensuring the assigned bus is always in a safe operating condition.

Compensation:

• Compensation for this role is set at an hourly rate ranging between $19.00 for 0 years of experience and $23.75.
• This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.

Other Benefits:

• We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, covering the majority of the employee premium for the base medical plan and subsidizing the majority of costs for a spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Paid Family Leave:
  Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure with the organization and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Staff members may apply for up to 50% of tuition toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions within a year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services at no cost.

Other benefits include dental and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses and professional development. IDEA may offer a relocation allowance to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  GED or High School Diploma
• Experience:
  
  Experience in the operation of large passenger vehicles; or an equivalent combination of experience and training; ability to manage student behavior
• License or Certification:
  Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with class P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements
• Completed bus driver safety training course
• Must be over 21 years old
• Pass alcohol and drug tests
• DOT Physical Examination

• Safely transports students:
  Drives a school bus safely in accordance with time schedules; transports students to and from homes, a variety of school sites, and on field trips as assigned.
• Maintains order and proper discipline of passengers; resolves disputes, documents and reports severe disciplinary cases.
• Conducts established safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily.

Other responsibilities include:

• Oversees the loading and unloading of students, releases students to authorized individuals, and ensures safety belts are fastened in passenger vehicles.
• Maintains records and reports including mileage, routing, maintenance, and time schedules.
• Notifies appropriate individuals of any delays in scheduled route.
• Ensures credentials (CDL, Medical Card, Region One) are updated according to DOT and IDEA policy.

• Communication and feedback:
  Maintain open communication with campus managers; able to accept positive and negative feedback; self-reflect to improve operations.

• Time management:
  Prioritize tasks, adapt to changing circumstances, and handle multiple tasks within established time constraints.

• Scheduling flexibility:
  Able to work evenings, weekends, holidays; expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per week (not including extra-curricular activities) and extended hours as needed.

We look for Team and Family members who embody our values and characteristics:

• Commitment to our mission and belief that all students are capable of getting to and through college.
• Accountability for outcomes and results.
• Willingness to take action, learn from mistakes, and improve quickly.
• Urgency and purpose in driving student outcomes.
• Ability to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and adapt to change.
• Openness to feedback and cross-department collaboration to achieve outcomes.
• High standards of conduct, professionalism, and integrity.

IDEA Public Schools believes every child can go to college. Since 2000, IDEA has grown from a small school to a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools. IDEA serves over 80,000 college-bound students in 143 schools across Texas, Florida, Ohio, and continues to pursue college for all graduates.

When you work at IDEA, you join a team that sets ambitious goals and works to achieve them. The Staff Culture and Belonging Team promotes integrity, respect, and belonging for all team members. Learn more about our core values at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-values

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