Substitute Athletic Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

Founded in 1992, Cascade Christian Schools serves infants through grade twelve, and today is a thriving school district serving students and families throughout Pierce County. Focusing on Christ-centered education, Cascade Christian Schools is dedicated to developing discerning leaders who are spiritually, personally, and academically prepared to impact their world. Come join our team as we make a real difference!

Position Responsibilities:

• Obey all traffic laws; observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses
• Performs daily pre/post trip operation and safety inspections as required of the school bus and related equipment (e.g. brake system, oil levels, coolant, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.). This includes refueling, checking and maintaining the cleanliness of the vehicle inside and out (e.g. sweeping, windows, lights, mirrors, etc.), checking for damage to the exterior/interior of the school bus.
• Complete forms, records, and reports, legibly and accurately, in a timely manner as required
• Meet responsibilities of assigned schedule; notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or inability to meet assigned schedule
• Ensure safe evacuation of students from bus in emergency situations
• Maintains control of student passengers for the purpose of ensuring compliance with rules and regulations providing for safe transport and operation of the bus
• Report all student incidents to the Athletic Director or designee
• Transport only authorized students & staff
• Maintain a professional image, appearance, and demeanor

Requirements:

• Agrees with Cascade Christian Schools' Teaching Statement and Statement of Faith
• Christian role model in attitude, speech, and action
• Be at least 21 years of age with one-year experience as driver of truck or commercial vehicle or at least five (5) years of experience as driver of a passenger vehicle.
• A valid Washington Driver's License, with acceptable driving record required
• Current DOT medical certification
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and certification by the State of Washington as an authorized school bus driver, or ability to obtain.
• Successful completion of school bus driver training course, which includes 40+ hours of classroom and in-bus, on the road training.
• Valid First Aid/CPR certification required
• React quickly and appropriately to visual and/or audible stimuli;
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Good communication skills; be able to communicate clearly and tactfully with students and adults
• Maintain confidentiality
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Complete mandated school related training annually
• Average of 3.5 trips per week, primarily supporting junior high and high school athletic events
• Additional trips for district needs (e.g. field trips, special events) as required.
• Flexible availability, including evenings and weekends, depending on athletic and district schedules

Work Hours: As needed

Start Date: September 1, 2026

Salary Range: $27.50 - $33.10 per hour, Depending on experience

Benefits: Accrued Sick Leave

For more information, please contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Cascade Christian is an equal opportunity employer, with the right to prefer employees and prospective employees based on religion and other exemptions applicable to religious institutions. Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including completing a background check which may include a credit check and criminal history. The successful candidate will be asked to sign a statement of faith.