School Bus Driver

Job Description

Job Description

The Organization

For over 50 years, Urban Community School (UCS) has served Cleveland's near west side children by providing an individualized, innovative, and challenging education.

Rooted in the Ursuline Sisters' tradition of faith, character, and educational excellence, UCS engages our faculty, families, and community partners in the successful whole child development of students.

UCS serves nearly 750 students from 6 weeks old - 8th grade using restorative practices and conscious discipline. Eighty percent of our families earn less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level.

The growing campus in Ohio City is home to The MetroHealth System, House of Champions, Urban Squash Cleveland, USA Lacrosse, The Refugee Response and Facing History and Ourselves.

UCS is a recipient of the 2022 Top Workplace Award from The Plain Dealer and cleveland.com, which is based solely on employee feedback.

UCS has also been recognized as one of Cleveland's City Champions by The Plain Dealer, a National Green Ribbon School for Environmental Practices and Learning Model, and a School of Excellence by the Cleveland Foundation and The George Gund Foundation.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow appropriate school bus routes, picking up and dropping off students at the designated locations and times.
• Drive in a safe and conscientious manner following all state / federal laws and school policies.
• Attentive, courteous, and friendly with students ranging from age 5 - 13.
• Communicate with students, parents / caregivers, and educators.
• Maintain a clean vehicle and be attentive to mechanical issues.
• Completes periodic mileage reports and other reports including passenger counts.
• Attends various meetings regarding safety, first aid, and training updates as required.

Skills and Beliefs

• Passionate about fulfilling the mission of UCS.
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and with a team.
• Applies superb judgment and maintains confidentiality.
• Flexible and willing to make adjustments based on the needs of the organization.

Education, Experience, and Requirements

• Hold a valid CDL - Class B with school bus, passenger, and airbrake endorsements.
• Successful completion of driving physical.
• Possession of a safe driving record.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving.
• FBI / BCI background check required.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, and climbing stairs in a two story building.
• Prolonged periods of sitting.

Compensation and Benefits

• Hourly wage commensurate with experience ($23 - $27 per hour)
• 401(k) with a generous employer contribution and match.
• Casual work attire (denim and UCS spirit wear are welcomed)
• On-site fitness center for faculty and staff
• Financial and retirement advising at no cost to employees
• Opportunities for discounts on home, rental and auto-insurance

Additional Information

• Status : Part-Time; Non-Exempt
• Reports to : Operations Manager
• Hours & Schedule : 20 hours per week
• Start Date : As soon as possible

Urban Community School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Urban Community School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Urban Community School complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.