School Bus Driver

School Bus DriverDo you enjoy working with children? Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference every single day? Join the East China School District Transportation Team and help safely transport the next generation of learners, leaders, and innovators.As a School Bus Driver, you're much more than a driver - you are often the first smile students see each morning and the last friendly face they see before heading home. You play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming, and positive start and end to every student's school day.Whether you're an experienced driver or looking for a new career, we'd love to have you on our team. We provide paid training to help qualified candidates earn their Commercial Driver License (CDL) and required endorsements.QualificationsAbility to meet school bus driver certification requirements: Michigan School Bus Driver Education course Commercial Driver License (C.D.L.) Examination Commercial Driver License with appropriate group designations: C and/or B "P" for Passenger "S" for school bus Michigan Department of Education physical examination requirements District/Michigan Department of Education competency levels of driving skills Clear Federal criminal check including fingerprinting Meet Federal DOT drug/alcohol testing requirements High school graduate or equivalentPersonal QualificationsEnjoy working with children of all ages and be sensitive to their needsExcellent moral character and personal habitsDependablePossess qualities of initiative, self-reliance and leadershipNeat, clean and presentableFree from adverse effects of medication, alcohol, and drugsGood physical condition (physical examination)Use respectable language at all timesResponsibilitiesFollow established schedules/routesMaintain appropriate fuel level of vehicleMaintain an acceptable standard of cleanliness of vehicleMonitor mechanical condition by performing daily inspections (pretrip, in-between and post trips)Report deficiencies to mechanic using Daily Inspection ReportDrive safely and defensively at all timesBe prepared to conduct emergency evacuation drillsReport bus and/or student accidents/injuries to transportation supervisor or designeeAdminister first aid as necessaryUphold district school bus passenger rules and regulationsMaintain behavior logs as directed by transportation supervisor or designeePrepare and submit Bus Conduct Reports to the transportation supervisor or designeeMay be requested to attend parent meetings by the transportation supervisor or designeeMaintain acceptable communications with transportation supervisor, staff, and the publicExhibit a positive image as a representative of the school districtSafely transport students to and from school, athletic events, and field tripsConduct pre and post trip vehicle inspectionsProvide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the busMaintain order on the busMaintain and clean busReport To: Transportation Supervisor2026-2027 Hourly Rate Range (subject to contract negotiations)$20.60 - $23.95 per hour (based on experience) plus other financial incentives and employee benefits Guaranteed six hours per day (school days only)