School Bus Driver
Location: Boys & Girls Club Family Center
Job Type: Part-Time / Full-Time (Specify based on need) Reports To: Transportation Coordinator / Program Director
Position Summary: The Boys & Girls Club Family Center is seeking a dependable and compassionate School Bus Driver to safely transport children to and from the Club. This role includes morning pickups of preschool-aged children and afternoon pickups of school-age children from local schools along with early evening dismal drop-offs from the Club to Childrens homes. The ideal candidate will ensure a safe, timely, and welcoming transportation experience for all youth served.
Work Hours:
- Morning Shift: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM (Preschool pickups)
- Afternoon Shift: 1:30 PM - 7:30 PM (School-age pickups and drop-offs)
Key Responsibilities:
- Safely operate a school bus to:
- Pick up preschool children in the morning from designated locations and drop them off at the Club.
- Pick up school-age children from local schools in the afternoon and return them to the Club.
- Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and readiness.
- Maintain accurate records of attendance, pickup/drop-off times, and route logs.
- Ensure proper use of child safety restraints and supervise children during transport.
- Assist children with boarding and exiting the bus safely.
- Communicate effectively with parents, guardians, school personnel, and Club staff.
- Maintain a clean and orderly bus environment.
- Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and Club policies.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies or unexpected situations.
Qualifications:
- Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with School Bus and Passenger endorsements.
- DOT Physical
- Clean driving record and background check.
- Experience working with children, especially preschool and school-age youth.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to remain calm and patient in a dynamic environment.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Preferred Attributes:
- Friendly and nurturing demeanor.
- Commitment to child safety and development.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Familiarity with local routes and neighborhoods.
Apply by email to: Walk-Ins are also welcome!