Position Overview
If the sound of scholars laughing, talking, and starting their school day brings you joy, we want to talk to you! BELIEVE Circle City High School is seeking a reliable, safety-focused, and student-centered School Bus Driver to join our team. Our bus drivers are much more than transportation providers - they are often the first BELIEVE team member our scholars see in the morning and the last one they interact with at the end of the school day.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for every scholar. The ideal candidate has experience driving a school bus or similar vehicle, enjoys working with young people, and understands the importance of punctuality, professionalism, and student safety. A CDL with appropriate school bus and passenger endorsements is preferred. Qualified candidates who are working toward the appropriate credentials may also be considered based on school needs and applicable requirements.
Our transportation team plays an important role in helping scholars arrive at school safely, on time, and ready to learn. Compensation is up to $220 per day, or competitive with local salary rates based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Additional opportunities for expanded responsibilities and roles within the school may be available for individuals interested in contributing beyond transportation.
Key Responsibilities
Student Transportation
- Safely transport scholars to and from school along assigned routes.
- Maintain consistent and reliable arrival and departure times.
- Follow assigned routes, schedules, and transportation procedures.
- Communicate promptly with school leadership regarding delays, route concerns, or student transportation issues.
Student Safety & Supervision
- Maintain a safe, calm, and respectful environment on the bus.
- Ensure scholars follow established transportation expectations and safety procedures.
- Monitor student behavior and communicate concerns to school leadership.
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and follow BELIEVE emergency and safety protocols.
- Never leave scholars unattended in an unsafe situation.
Vehicle Safety & Maintenance
- Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and mechanically sound bus.
- Report mechanical concerns, damage, or maintenance needs immediately.
- Ensure all required safety equipment is present and operational.
- Follow all applicable traffic laws and transportation regulations.
Professional Responsibilities
- Attend required monthly safety meetings.
- Attend required staff meetings and professional development when applicable.
- Maintain accurate transportation-related records and documentation.
- Demonstrate professionalism and positive communication with scholars, families, staff, and community members.
- Protect student confidentiality and follow all school policies and procedures.
- Serve as a positive representative of BELIEVE Circle City High School.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Safety-minded and dependable.
- Student-centered and enjoys working with young people.
- Punctual and consistent.
- Calm, patient, and professional.
- Able to establish appropriate relationships and boundaries with scholars.
- Comfortable communicating with students, families, and school staff.
- Able to respond appropriately to changing circumstances and emergencies.
- Willing to follow school policies, procedures, and transportation regulations.
- Experienced in school transportation or commercial/passenger driving preferred.
- CDL with appropriate endorsements preferred.
Why Join BELIEVE? At BELIEVE, every adult contributes to the scholar experience. Our bus drivers help set the tone for the school day by creating a transportation experience where scholars feel safe, respected, welcomed, and ready to learn.
This role may also provide opportunities to take on expanded responsibilities within the school, depending on interest, qualifications, and organizational needs. If you are dependable, care deeply about students, and want to be part of a school community committed to excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Vision insurance
- Health savings account