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School Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Reports To:

Transportation Coordinator Location:

Alturas Academy North, Rigby, ID Schedule:

Monday-Thursday 6:20 AM - 8:20 AM, 2:45 PM - 5:15

PM Pay Rate:

$32.00 per hour, monthly $300 attendance bonus offered About Alturas Academy Alturas Academy is a public charter school network committed to rigorous, inquiry-based learning and student growth. Through small instructional groups and teaching students at their true academic level, we create meaningful opportunities for collaboration, critical thinking, and academic success. At Alturas, our values of support, collaboration, and community are foundational to everything we do. School Bus Drivers play an important role in creating a positive and safe experience for students each day. Drivers serve as ambassadors of the school, fostering respectful interactions, maintaining high safety standards, and helping students begin and end their school day in a secure, welcoming environment. Position Summary The School Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of students to and from school, field trips, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored events. This position requires a commitment to student safety, professionalism, reliability, and positive interactions with students, families, and staff. Drivers are expected to maintain compliance with all transportation regulations while contributing to a culture of safety, support, and accountability. Duties and ResponsibilitiesStudent Transportation & Safety Safely transport students to and from school, field trips, athletic events, and other school-sponsored activities Follow designated routes, schedules, and transportation procedures Maintain a safe, orderly, and welcoming environment for all students during transportation Monitor student behavior and address concerns in accordance with school policies Assist students as needed to ensure safe loading and unloading procedures Conduct emergency evacuation drills and follow emergency procedures when necessary Vehicle Operations & Maintenance Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles Maintain cleanliness and organization of the bus interior and exterior Report mechanical concerns, maintenance needs, accidents, or safety issues promptly Complete required vehicle inspection reports and transportation documentation Ensure all safety equipment is present and operational Compliance & Documentation Adhere to all federal, state, local, and school transportation regulations Maintain required licenses, endorsements, certifications, and training requirements Complete transportation records, mileage logs, incident reports, and other required documentation accurately and on time Participate in required safety meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities Communication & Professionalism Communicate professionally with students, families, staff, and administrators Serve as a positive representative of Alturas Academy while interacting with the community Collaborate with school staff and transportation personnel to support student needs and transportation operations Promptly communicate route concerns, delays, incidents, or safety issues to the Transportation Director Qualifications/Required Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements Clean driving record Ability to pass all required background checks, drug screenings, and transportation certification requirements Strong knowledge of Idaho traffic laws and school transportation safety standards Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism Preferred Qualifications Acceptable driving record Commercial Driver's License with Class B or Class A Passenger (P) Endorsement (or ability to obtain) School Bus (S) Endorsement (or ability to obtain) Previous school transportation or commercial driving experience Key Attributes Commitment to student safety and well-being Reliability and dependability Professionalism and positive communication Patience and sound judgment Attention to detail and adherence to procedures Collaboration and teamwork Calm and effective decision-making in stressful situations

Pay:

$32.00 per hour

Benefits:

Paid training

Experience:

Bus driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CDL B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement? (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person