Full-Time School Bus Driver in Allentown, Pennsylvania at Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School

Position Summary
Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious, and student-focused Full-Time School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school and school-sponsored activities.
The School Bus Driver is responsible for operating a school bus in a safe and professional manner, maintaining a positive and respectful environment for students, following assigned routes and schedules, and complying with applicable Pennsylvania Department of Education, PennDOT, and school transportation requirements.
This is a 40-hour-per-week position. Estimated gross school-year earnings are $34,876.80, based on a 40-hour workweek.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Safely transport students to and from school, field trips, athletic events, and other school-sponsored activities.
Operate the school bus in compliance with applicable Pennsylvania laws, regulations, and Lincoln Leadership Academy policies.
Follow assigned routes, schedules, and transportation procedures.
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, accidents, and incidents promptly.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly school bus.
Monitor student behavior and maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment.
Assist students with safely boarding and exiting the bus when necessary.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students and school-related matters.
Complete required transportation logs, inspection reports, mileage records, and other documentation.
Communicate effectively with school administration and transportation personnel regarding delays, route issues, student concerns, and emergencies.
Participate in required safety training and professional development.
Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned by school administration.
Minimum Qualifications
Must meet applicable Pennsylvania requirements for employment as a school bus driver.
Valid Pennsylvania Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with required Passenger (P) and School Bus endorsements, or ability to obtain all required credentials.
Appropriate air-brake qualification, as applicable.
Acceptable driving record.
Ability to successfully complete all required Pennsylvania school bus driver training, testing, physical examinations, and certifications.
Successful completion of all required criminal history, child abuse, and FBI clearances.
Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and school administration.
Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, patience, and professionalism.
Previous school bus driving or pupil transportation experience preferred.
Work Schedule
This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position.
The workweek may include:
Morning student transportation routes
Afternoon student transportation routes
Midday transportation assignments
Field trips and educational activities
Athletic and extracurricular transportation
Required bus inspections
Transportation documentation and administrative duties
Other school-related transportation responsibilities
Daily schedules may vary based on the transportation needs of the school while maintaining a 40-hour workweek.
Compensation
Estimated gross school-year earnings: $34,876.80, based on a 40-hour workweek.
Required Clearances and Certifications
The successful candidate must satisfy all applicable Pennsylvania requirements, including required background clearances, school bus driver certifications, physical examinations, and other employment requirements established by law and Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be:
Dependable and punctual
Safety-oriented and responsible
Patient and respectful when working with students
Professional when interacting with families and staff
Comfortable managing student behavior appropriately
Familiar with the Lehigh Valley area
Able to respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies
Committed to providing safe, reliable, and consistent transportation for Lincoln Leadership Academy students
Application
Interested candidates should submit an application and resume through Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School's employment process.
Position: Full-Time School Bus Driver
Hours: 40 hours per week
Estimated School-Year Gross Earnings: $34,876.80
Lincoln Leadership Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer.