Charter School Bus Driver

CHARTER SCHOOL BUS DRIVER (Carter G. Woodson School) Carter G. Woodson School is a non-profit charter school in Winston‑Salem, N.C. We serve 500 students from grades K – 12 each year and support over 80+ staff. We are seeking bus drivers to join our team to transport students to and from school and extracurricular events following a scheduled route while ensuring student safety. The desired candidate for this position exercises responsible leadership and communicates in a professional and positive manner at all times with parents, staff, students, school officials, and any other individual they may come in contact with. Responsibilities Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading students at designated locations. Transports students, teachers, and others on school field and activity trips. Maintains order and discipline in an effective and courteous manner among students being transported in accordance with school policies and procedures; reports and documents incidents involving student discipline. In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates students according to written and practiced procedures, ensuring that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes a written report as required. Inventories bus emergency and first-aid supplies and equipment; reports needed equipment to the Transportation Supervisor. Perform a pre‑trip inspection. Check the condition of the vehicle’s tires, brakes, windshield, wipers, lights, fuel, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in proper working order. Perform a post‑trip inspection. Check for items left on the bus, as well as vandalism to the bus and bus equipment. Ensure all students have exited the bus. At the end of the daily route, ensure that the vehicle is parked properly and all windows and doors are secured. Complete a visual inspection of the bus and report any bus defects or needed repairs immediately. Report all traffic violations or accidents promptly. Job Type Part-time (less than 40hrs). Qualifications and Requirements High school education or equivalent Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with “S” School Bus and “P” Passenger Endorsements. Previous experience working as a bus driver preferred, but not required. Clean driving record with no recent driving violations. Record must be in good status; not suspended, disqualified or revoked. Must possess or be willing to obtain certification in CPR and First Aid. Must be reliable and proficient in meeting time schedules. Compensation Compensation for this position is $18.00 hr. Work Location Winston-Salem, North Carolina Deadline to apply This position will remain open until filled. CARTER G WOODSON SCHOOL INC is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status #J-18808-Ljbffr Carter G Woodson Charter School