About this position
Description:
Job Title: School Bus Driver
Location: WSCA Campus
Job Type: Part-Time; Hourly
Reports To: Transportation Coordinator / Head of School
Job Summary:
As a School Bus Driver, you will ensure the safe and timely transportation of students to and from school, field trips, and other school-related activities. You will partner with the Transportation Coordinator and school administration to maintain a safe, efficient, and positive environment for all students.
Desired Attributes:
- Professes a strong Christian faith in Jesus Christ and demonstrates regular attendance at a Bible-believing church aligned with the CSAGH Statement of Faith.
- Agrees with and upholds the principles outlined in Articles II, III, and XII, section 1 of the Constitution of the Christian School Association of Greater Harrisburg
- Exhibits a clear commitment to Christian Education and a wholehearted embrace of CSAGH's vision.
- Reliable, patient, adaptable, and capable of building positive relationships with students, families, and staff.
- Willingness to engage in professional development training as needed.
- Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends as required for field trips or special events.
Key Responsibilities:
Student Transportation:
- Safely operate a school bus in compliance with all traffic laws, district policies, and CSAGH safety standards.
- Pick up and drop off students according to assigned routes and schedules.
- Ensure proper loading, unloading, and supervision of students.
- Maintain order and discipline on the bus in a positive and respectful manner.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report any maintenance issues.
Administrative & Communication Support:
- Maintain accurate records of routes, students, and incidents.
- Communicate promptly with parents, school staff, and administration regarding delays, concerns, or safety issues.
- Assist with transportation-related communication, such as weather alerts or schedule changes.
Other Duties:
- Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator or Head of School.
Qualifications:
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements (or ability to obtain).
- Clean driving record and ability to pass background checks
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Experience working with children is preferred but not required.
- Willingness to engage in professional development training as needed.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods while driving.
- Ability to assist students in boarding/exiting the bus, including lifting and bending when necessary.
- Operate bus controls, safety equipment, and other related machinery.
- Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.