Bus Driver

Description

Bus Driver 4629 Aicholtz Rd Cincinnati, OH

Description We invest in YOU while working TOGETHER to strengthen our community.

Bus Driver – Early Learning Child Focus: Locations will vary throughout Clermont County.

Schedule: Part-Time (less than/around 30 hours per week) | Seasonal Position

Starting Rate: $19.54/hour

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum of five years of driving experience
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements required
• Good driving record and satisfactory criminal background checks required
• Ability to pass an annual T-8 physical and participate in required drug and alcohol screenings
• OCCRRA registration required upon hire
• Ability to complete required annual training

Child Focus is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious Bus Driver to transport children participating in our Early Learning program. In this role, you will provide safe and reliable transportation while creating a welcoming, positive experience for children and families. You will work closely with our transportation and classroom teams to ensure children's safety and support a successful program experience.

This is more than a driving job - it's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children while growing with a mission-driven organization that values collaboration, professional development, and work-life balance.

What You’ll Do

• Safely transport enrolled children to and from program locations using established routes and schedules.
• Ensure children are safely loaded and unloaded, following authorized release procedures and verifying identification.
• Work collaboratively with the Bus Monitor, classroom teams, and Transportation Coordinator.
• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance or repair needs.
• Maintain accurate transportation records, route information, and required documentation.
• Keep the bus clean and in safe operating condition.
• Provide school bus and pedestrian safety education to children and parents.
• Assist with transportation for field trips, special events, appointments, and other program activities.
• Support the supervision and safety of children during transportation and program activities.
• Follow agency policies and all applicable state and federal transportation regulations.

Why Join Child Focus? Comprehensive Benefits Package

• 10 days of PTO for first-year and seasonal employees
• Extended illness benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with 6% employer match
• Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness and tuition reimbursement
• Paid internships
• Childcare with a 25% employee discount
• Paid continuing education and professional development opportunities

Grow With Us

• Great work-life balance!
• Advancement opportunities with leadership committed to promoting from within
• Purpose-driven work that supports children, families and communities
• Highly engaged teams and a collaborative culture
• Ongoing investment in employee growth and development