BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools

Sister public charter schools in Jersey City

School Bus Driver

Passenger Transport DrivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeJersey City, NJ, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

Hold and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with all required endorsements.
Possess the qualifications and communication skills necessary to perform the duties and comply with federal, state, and local driver regulations.
Maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with school and regulatory requirements.
Have sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and make appropriate repairs.
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, sound judgment, and ethical conduct.
Have interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.
Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to complete Form I-9 employment eligibility verification requirements.
Provide evidence of a criminal record history check and Department of Education clearance.
Provide evidence of adequate health to fulfill job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.
Pass the state-required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test.
Successfully complete required criminal background checks, medical certifications, and drug and alcohol testing.
Safely operate a school bus, enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly, assist students during emergencies, sit for extended periods, and meet DOT medical certification requirements.

Responsibilities

Drive school buses and transport students between pickup points and school, or to assigned events, activities, and destinations.
Be in charge of the school bus and work with Bus Aides to maintain discipline and order; report unmanageable students to the school bus coordinator and Dean of Culture using the prescribed incident and discipline form.
Check and clean buses and perform minor servicing.
Check gas, battery, oil, and water before departure, and refuel at designated fueling stations as needed.
Complete required daily vehicle inspection reports and verify vehicle safety before operating on assigned routes.
Learn assigned routes and stops by driving the route before the first day of service without students aboard.
Follow safety rules when loading and unloading pupils.
Notify the Lead Bus Driver of mechanical malfunctions, safety hazards, or bus body damage.
Follow established routes and designated bus stops and keep to the assigned schedule.
Transport only authorized students.
Obey traffic laws and mandatory school bus safety regulations.
Work ethically and professionally with students, parents, school personnel, and associated outside agencies.
Model positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming, and an effective work ethic for students and staff.
Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend required meetings.
Use appropriate computers and electronic equipment to fulfill job functions.
Protect confidentiality of staff records and information and use discretion when sharing such information within legal confines.
Follow applicable federal statutes and regulations, New Jersey school law, construction codes, State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and procedures, and contractual obligations.
Report all accidents in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39-4:130.
Maintain communication with the office of schools and the transportation team during routes.

School Bus Driver

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools · Jersey City, United States · Part-time · Posted 2026-06-02

Workplace: on_site

Department: BelovED Community Charter School (Multiple Campuses)

Description

The Bus Driver transports students in a safe and efficient manner and performs all activities related to the operation of the school bus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Bus Driver shall:

Hold and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with all required endorsements.
Be a reliable person of good character who shall possess the qualifications and communication skills necessary to perform the duties of the position, and comply with the rules set forth for drivers in all federal, state and local regulations.
Maintain an acceptable driving record in accordance with school and regulatory requirements.
Have sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and make appropriate repairs.
Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, sound judgment, and ethical conduct.
Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to complete Form I-9 employment eligibility verification requirements.
Provide evidence that a criminal record history check has been conducted and clearance has been given by the Department of Education.
Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101 and in accordance with N.J.A.C. 6:3-4A.4.
Pass the state required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test as required by N.J.A.C. 6:34A.4.
Successfully complete all required criminal background checks, medical certifications, and drug and alcohol testing.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drive school buses and transport students between pickup points and school or to various events, activities, and destinations as assigned.
Be in full charge of the school bus at all times. Work closely with the Bus Aide(s) to maintain discipline and order on the bus. Report unmanageable students to the school bus coordinator and Dean of Culture on the prescribed incident/discipline form.
Check, clean, and perform minor servicing of buses.
Check gas, battery, oil, and water before departure. Refuel the bus at designated fueling stations as needed.
Complete required daily vehicle inspection reports and verify vehicle safety before operating bus on assigned routes.
Demonstrate knowledge of assigned routes and stops by actually driving the route and noting stops before the first day of service without students aboard.
Adhere to safety rules when loading and unloading pupils.
Notify the Lead Bus Driver of any mechanical malfunctions, safety hazards, and/or damage to the body of the bus.
Adhere to established routes, designated bus stops and keep to assigned time schedule.
Transport only authorized students.
Obey all traffic laws and observe mandatory school bus safety regulations.
Display the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the school.
Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming, and an effective work ethic.
Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend any required meetings.
Use appropriate computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions.
Protect confidentiality of records and information about staff, and use discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines.
Adhere to federal statutes and regulations, New Jersey school law, construction codes, State Board of Education rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and procedures, and contractual obligations.
Report all accidents in accordance with N.J.S.A. 39-4:130.
Maintain communication with the office of schools and the transportation team during routes.

Requirements

Physical Requirements

Ability to safely operate a school bus.

Ability to enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly.

Ability to assist students during emergencies.

Ability to sit for extended periods.

Ability to meet DOT medical certification requirements.

Essential Functions

The duties listed above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BelovED Community Charter School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

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About the Company

BelovED Community & Empowerment Academy Charter Schools

Sister public charter schools in Jersey City

BelovED Community and its sister academy run tuition-free public charter schools for children from kindergarten through high school in Jersey City, New Jersey. BelovED pairs academic learning with values and character development inspired by Martin Luther King Jr. Both schools use sequenced curricula and regular assessments to identify learning needs and guide additional student support. They admit students through annual lotteries when demand exceeds available places, with waiting lists for other applicants. Based in Jersey City, BelovED opened in 2012 and its sister academy was founded in 2015; they maintain separate school identities and campuses.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Jersey City, NJ
Founded: Not listed

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