About this role
Purpose of Position The Bus Driver provides safe, dependable transportation services for students and staff participating in school-sponsored activities, field trips, and events. This position operates school vehicles in compliance with all state and federal regulations and helps maintain a safe environment for all passengers. Through a commitment to safety, professionalism, and Christ-centered service, the Bus Driver contributes to a positive experience for students, families, and employees. Position: ● Part-time ● Calendar Year ● Hourly pay Reports To: Operations Manager Qualifications: ● Professing believer in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior and committed to growing in a relationship with Him. ● In agreement with the Des Moines Christian School Statement of Faith. ● In agreement with the Des Moines Christian School Biblical Convictions for Christian Education. ● Regularly attends and is actively involved in a church that affirms historic Christian orthodoxy (doctrine, faith, teaching, practice), consistent with the DMC Statement of Faith, through that church’s public creed, confession, core beliefs, or statement of faith. ● Minimum age 21. ● Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake, passenger, and school bus endorsements. ● Must be able to pass pre-employment Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical and Drug Test. ● Participation in the Alcohol and Drug Testing Program as required by the DOT. ● Complete Iowa STOP training program within 6 months of hire. ● Acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR). Professional Profile: ● Demonstrated commitment to the mission of DMCS: Equipping minds and nurturing hearts to impact the world for Christ. ● Characterized by integrity and maintains confidentiality ● Relates well to children at all grade levels in a positive manner. ● Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills. ● Demonstrates excellence in communication. ● Works effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team. ● Drives safely and courteously at all times. ● Demonstrates flexibility, adaptability, and a willingness to respond to emerging needs and shifting priorities. Responsibilities: ● Transports students, employees, and authorized passengers safely to and from school-sponsored activities, field trips, events, and other assigned destinations. ● Operates school buses and other assigned vehicles in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and school policies. ● Fosters positive relationships with students, parents, and employees. ● Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly reports mechanical concerns, safety issues, accidents, or maintenance needs. ● Maintains a safe, orderly, and respectful environment for passengers while enforcing school expectations and transportation safety procedures. ● Follows assigned schedules, routes, and directions while adapting to changing conditions, traffic, weather, and event schedules. ● Completes and submits required transportation records, inspection reports, mileage logs, and other documentation accurately and on time. ● Ensures vehicle is clean inside and out. ● Communicates any transportation needs or concerns with the Operations Manager. ● Responds appropriately to emergencies, accidents, breakdowns, or student incidents in accordance with school procedures and applicable regulations. ● Maintains all required licenses, endorsements, certifications, and training necessary to perform the duties of the position. ● Maintains an acceptable MVR as defined by DMC. ● Performs other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.