School Bus Drivers

Job Location: CLA/VPA - Commerce City, CO 80022 Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $30.00 - $35.00 Hourly Job Category: Transportation School Bus Drivers Join Our Team as a School Bus Driver — Make a Difference Every Day! Community Leadership Academy (PK–5) and Victory Preparatory Academy (6–12), award-winning charter schools in Commerce City, are seeking dependable, safety-minded School Bus Drivers to join our team and help create a positive start and finish to every student’s day. As a valued member of our transportation team, you’ll operate a modern fleet of electric, air-conditioned buses while ensuring students travel safely, comfortably, and on schedule. You’ll play an essential role in providing a clean, calm, and well-managed environment where students feel welcomed and ready to learn. If you are responsible, caring, and committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families, we invite you to become part of a team dedicated to safety, service, and student success. Watch Our Story: Why Join Us? Enjoy paid opportunities for athletic and special event transportation, consistent routes, modern equipment, and a professional team that values your skills and the work you do. Duties and Responsibilities Safely operate a school bus along assigned routes and for special transportation events while adhering to all traffic laws, safety procedures, and transportation regulations. Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections to verify safe operating conditions and report any mechanical issues, safety concerns, or camera malfunctions promptly. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly bus environment through daily sweeping, routine upkeep, and general vehicle care. Ensure students safely board, ride, and exit the bus by following established safety protocols, including accurately scanning and recording ridership. Maintain accurate daily records, including mileage, fuel usage, operational logs, and required transportation documentation. Maintain current route information and become familiar with assigned student stops, schedules, and transportation requirements. Utilize required systems to accurately clock in and out and complete daily operational procedures. Safely operate buses equipped with wheelchair lifts and assist with accessibility requirements as needed. Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support safe and efficient student transportation operations. Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a School Bus (S) endorsement. Successful completion of a state-approved school bus driver training program. Clean five-year driving record with no at-fault accidents. Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, and strong commitment to safety. Ability to successfully pass a required background check. Willingness to participate in all federally mandated drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion testing. Current First Aid certification preferred. Previous experience in student transportation or working with children is highly desirable. What We Value We value drivers who take pride and ownership in their routes, maintain a clean and welcoming bus environment, follow all procedures consistently, and communicate with students in a calm, respectful manner. Reliability, attentiveness, and a steadfast commitment to safety are at the heart of everything we do. Apply Today! Make an Impact! #J-18808-Ljbffr Community Leadership Academy