Transportation - CDL Bus Driver

The Bradenton Christian School Bus Drivers will faithfully support Bradenton Christian Schools mission statement to prepare the hearts and minds of Gods covenantal children in partnership with the home and church for service in Gods world. It is the Drivers responsibility to carry out the policies of the School Board as they relate to the function of the school, to the classroom, and to their association with students and parents.

Summary: Bus Drivers report to the Transportation Coordinator are responsible for the safe and timely transportation of students for morning pickups, afternoon drop offs, and school sponsored field or athletic trips. Drivers are expected to maintain a professional demeanor, ensure student safety, and adhere to all local, state, and school-specific regulations and procedures.

Bus Drivers must possess and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements in accordance with state and local requirements. All responsibilities are carried out in alignment with the school’s core values: Comprehensive Excellence : We perform at the highest possible level in every undertaking, understanding that all things are to be done for the glory of God.

(Col 3:23, 1 Cor 10:31) Biblical Worldview : We recognize the God of the Bible as the source of all truth, discovering the revealed truth in his creation solely from the basis of truth found in his revealed Word as interpreted by the reformed confessions. (Jer 10:12, Col 1:16-17) Diligent Stewardship : We efficiently and effectively utilize our time, our material and financial resources, and abilities, seeking to optimize their benefit and waste nothing.

(1 Pet 4:10) Covenantal Community : We are believers in Christ and are called to serve specifically parents in Christ, who believe and confess him and whose children are set apart by God and therefore part of his covenantal family. (1 Cor 7:14) Universal Accessibility : We strive to create the means to allow us to serve as many Christian families in our community as possible.

(Matt 19:14) Duties/Responsibilities: Daily Route Responsibilities Performs scheduled morning and afternoon routes as assigned throughout the school year. Adheres to all designated route stops. Uses safe driving practices at all times. Pre-Trip Inspections Conducts a full pre-drive safety check before each trip. Completes and submits the designated Check Sheet to the Transportation Coordinator prior to departure.

Trip & Event Transportation Assists with driving responsibilities for field trips, athletic events, and other school-sponsored activities throughout the year. Follow all safety and supervision protocols during trips. Student Supervision and Discipline Enforces all established rules for student conduct on buses during all routes and trips.

Maintains discipline to ensure a safe environment. Reports all student behavior or discipline concerns in writing to the Transportation Coordinator promptly. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be supplemented at the discretion of school administration.

Required Skills

& Abilities A clearly articulated testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior along with weekly in-person attendance in a Christian church. A clear understanding of and support for covenantal Christian education along with a desire to lead students in the development of a Christian worldview. Demonstrates spiritual maturity and a growing commitment to the Christian faith.

Possesses the ability to demonstrate a philosophy of Christian education and personal faith aligned with the mission and Statement of Belief of Bradenton Christian School. Possesses CDL along with strong knowledge of local, state, and federal transportation regulations. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with administration, parents, students, faculty, and staff.

Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record required. All prospective employees are subject to a Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as a condition of employment, pursuant to section 435.12, Florida Statutes. Information regarding screening requirements, disqualifying offenses, exemptions, and the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is available on the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse website: AHCA Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse .