Overview

School Bus Driver Jobs in North Ridgeville, USA at National Association of Independent Schools

Lake Ridge Academy is seeking School Bus Drivers for the 2026/2027 school year.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate Vehicles Safely:
    Drive a school bus along a designated route in various weather and traffic conditions while strictly adhering to all traffic laws.
  • Conduct Inspections:
    Perform required pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections of the bus (checking brakes, tires, lights, and fluid levels) before every route.
  • Manage Student Behavior:
    Maintain discipline and order on the bus; enforce safety rules and report any behavioral issues to school administrators or parents.
  • Assist Passengers:
    Help students board and exit the bus safely.
  • Maintain

    Schedule:

    Pick up and drop off students at designated stops according to a strict, pre‑planned time schedule.

  • Report Incidents:
    Communicate immediately with the director regarding delays, mechanical breakdowns, emergencies, or student altercations.
  • Maintain Records:
    Document mileage, fuel consumption, and passenger counts, and fill out incident or maintenance reports as required.

Qualifications & Requirements

  • Licensing:
    Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a Passenger (P) endorsement and a School Bus (S) endorsement.
  • Clean Driving Record: A clean driving history with no at‑fault accidents or major traffic violations in recent years is required, with no more than 4 points on your license.
  • Background Check:
    Ability to pass thorough FBI and BCI background checks and random drug/alcohol screenings.
  • Physical Requirements:

    Must meet strict physical, hearing, and vision requirements, and have a current T8 form.

  • Interpersonal

    Skills:

    Patience, reliability, and the ability to communicate professionally with students, parents, and school faculty.

  • Pre‑service training:
    Must complete a 15 hour class.
  • Salary is commensurate with other independent schools in the Midwest.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and references to (Use the “Apply for this Job” box below).

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Title: School Bus Driver

Company: National Association of Independent Schools

Location: North Ridgeville, USA

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