Part Time Bus Driver

Part Time Bus DriverCentral Jersey College Prep Charter School (CJCP) is a tuition-free, public charter school in Somerset, New Jersey serving grades Kindergarten through 12th. CJCP is a recipient of many awards and designations such as: USDOE Blue Ribbon Award, 2016 NJDOE Tier-I Charter School, 2013-2018 US News Best High Schools, 2015 - 2024 National Charter School, 2020 College Board AP Honor Roll, 2023 - 2024 College Board AP Capstone School, 2020 - 2024 Great Schools College Success Award, 2020-2022 100% graduation rate, 2011- 2025 100% acceptance rate into four-year colleges and universities since 2011Responsibilities Include:Operating a school bus and safely transporting students and staff to and from designated locations.Following assigned routes and schedules, maintaining a clean and operational vehicle, assisting students with boarding and disembarking.Adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations while providing excellent customer service to students, parents, and staff.Performing daily pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure it is in good working condition and report any mechanical issues or accidents promptly.Monitoring student behavior on the bus and address any disruptive actions in a calm, professional manner.Communicating effectively with school staff, parents, and administrators regarding student needs or concerns.Attend any required trainings and maintain necessary certifications/licenses.Essential Duties:Communicates responsibly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership;Accounts for student attendanceFollows all county, state, and federal policies and procedures;Follows professional ethics in all work-related activities;Additional Responsibilities:Avoids behaviors which detract from staff morale;Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Proven communication and instructional strategies;Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing;Excellent organizational skills.Minimum Requirements:NJ Criminal History;Work authorization in the U.S.;Tuberculosis Test;School Bus Driving: 1 year (Required);Commercial Driving: 1 year (Required);Valid CDL license with P and S endorsements;High school or equivalent (Preferred);Must provide Driver Abstract Report issued by Department of Motor Vehicles;Compliance with DOT physical examination and Drug and Alcohol Testing Requirements;Current Medical Card;Minimum of three (3) years' previous safe driving experience.Opportunities:NJ state pension plan enrollment;Paid time off;Opportunities for extra stipends.Work Location: In personJob Types: Part-time, 10-Month ContractSalary Starting: $40/hr