Certified State Instructor for School Bus Drivers

Certified State Instructor for School Bus Drivers 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 2323 North Moorpark Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 $34

• $40 an hour
• Full-time American Transportation 22 reviews $34
• $40 an hour
• Full-time Job Summary Are you a certified professional with a passion for safety and training excellence?

American Transportation is seeking an experienced State Instructor for School Bus Drivers to join our Thousand Oaks' team. This is more than just a training role—it's an opportunity to shape the future of safe student transportation while leading and mentoring the next generation of professional school bus drivers. As a State Instructor, you'll be the cornerstone of our safety culture, developing comprehensive training programs, conducting hands-on instruction, and ensuring every driver meets the highest standards of professionalism and safety. Your Role & Responsibilities Training & Instruction Design, develop, and implement cutting-edge initial and recurrent training programs for all transportation personnel Deliver engaging classroom instruction covering California transportation laws, regulations, and safety protocols Provide behind-the-wheel training to applicants and current drivers, ensuring mastery of vehicle operations Develop and conduct regularly scheduled Driver Safety Meetings to maintain awareness and compliance Create effective lesson plans using proven teaching techniques for both classroom and practical applications Leadership & Supervision Supervise and mentor driver trainers, establishing clear objectives, standards, and performance accountability Foster an environment that encourages input, feedback, and continuous improvement

Essential Skills & CompetenciesTechnical Expertise:

Deep knowledge of California laws, regulations, and rules governing passenger transportation Understanding of carrier, instructor, and driver responsibilities and liabilities Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and transportation-specific software Computer literacy in word processing and database management

Professional Skills:

Exceptional leadership and interpersonal communication abilities Outstanding organizational and group presentation skills Advanced multi-tasking and time management capabilities Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking Methods for building self-confidence in public speaking and operational skills

Schedule & Work Environment Primary Schedule:

Day Shift (Monday-Friday)

Occasional Requirements:

Some weekend work may be required for special training sessions or events

Work Setting:

In-person at our Long Beach location with occasional travel to other sites

Physical Requirements:

Ability to conduct behind-the-wheel training and on-scene accident investigations Required Qualifications

MUST HAVE

(Non-Negotiable): California State School Bus Instructor Certificate (Active and current) Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements 3+ years of experience as a School Bus Driver 3+ years of experience as a School Bus Instructor/Trainer Day shift availability (required)

Pay:

$34.00

• $40.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you possess a valid CDL? Do you have a First Aid Trainer card? Do you have a California State School Bus Instructor Certificate? (Applicants without this license/certificate will not be considered) When did you receive your California School Bus Trainer card? How many School Bus Certificates have you issued in the past year? What kinds of school bus driver training have you led? How many years of school bus driving experience do you have? What is your desired rate of pay? Who is the CEO of American Transportation?

Work Location:

In person