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Advancing Educational Justice for Refugee and Immigrant Youth

School Bus Driver

Position Description

Schedule: Year-round, Monday-Friday with both an AM route and PM extended day drop off; field trips as necessary.

Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor, our bus drivers are non-exempt, full-time employees, typically working from August through May with the potential to extend through the summer months based on summer school needs. AM route times and a late afternoon/early evening, extended day drop off. The bus driver operates a bus and transports passengers safely and efficiently to their destination.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Safely operate the bus, ensuring the safety of passengers, pedestrians, and other road users; includes following traffic laws, maintaining control of the vehicle, and being aware of potential hazards on the road
• Pick up passengers at designated stops or locations and transport them to their destinations; ensure that passengers board and exit the bus safely and provide assistance to passengers with disabilities or special needs
• Adhere to predetermined schedules, making sure to arrive and depart from stops on time; adjust driving speed or take alternative routes to maintain the schedule in case of traffic congestion or road closures
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness and orderliness inside the bus; ensure that the bus is clean and free from hazards before starting each shift; inspect the bus for mechanical issues and report any maintenance or repair needs
• Comply with all applicable regulations and procedures related to driving a commercial vehicle; includes obtaining the necessary licenses and certifications, adhering to traffic laws, and following school policies
• Maintain records related to driving activities, such as mileage, fuel consumption, and passenger counts; keep track of incidents, accidents, or any other notable occurrences
• In case of emergencies, such as accidents or breakdowns, bus drivers are responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers; may involve evacuating passengers, contacting emergency services, or providing first aid when necessary
• Stay updated on the routes, includes any changes or detours, and new traffic regulations

Employee Expectations

• Ability to carry out assigned route on time
• Duties and expectations are carried out in a positive, productive, accurate, and punctual/on-time manner
• Be receptive to coaching, mentoring, feedback and performance evaluations for purposes of professional growth and development

Essential Qualifications

• At least 2 years of proven work experience as a school bus driver, preferably with middle school age students
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations within the last 5 years
• Ability to drive a 72- passenger bus is required
• Must have a Commercial Driver’s License with both the Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) Endorsements
• Minimum of a high school diploma required
• Respect for all communities and a commitment to the empowerment of underserved populations
• Citizenship, residency or work VISA in the United States required

Hourly Rate Beginning at $21 per Hour

Benefits

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes the following:

• Benefits provided through the State of Georgia’s State Health Benefit Plan
• Certain medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are covered 100% for employees and 50% for eligible dependents
• Paid holidays and days off
• Paid family leave and backup care reimbursement
• Working for a mission-driven organization doing impactful work
• A fun, collaborative, and balanced culture

Who We Are / Our Purpose

Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School (Fugees Academy), is on a mission to advance educational justice for refugee students and English Language Learners. Our school model addresses a pressing need not currently met by traditional public education systems – the education of newcomer (refugee and immigrant) students in an environment where their unique identities and needs are welcomed and understood.

Our Approach / Design Principles

Built around the values, structures and shared experience of soccer, the Fugees approach is defined by a unifying commitment to working together as a team. On and off the field, Fugees teammates support each other to address challenges, take collective and individual responsibility and realize success together. These Design Principles are reflected in every aspect of our school model.

Relationships: Fugees is an intentionally small and nurturing environment in order to build deep community and relationships. All students are known on a personal level by teachers, staff, leadership and other students.

Mind, Body, Character: Expression, movement and the visual and performing arts are as important as academics to overall growth and development. Social-emotional learning, character and student well-being are seen as essential to success on and off the field.

Personalization: Despite being part of a larger team, students and families are given exactly what they need as individuals, whether those needs are academic, social, emotional, or wrap-around services.

Multicultural Identity Development and Celebration: Fugees believes that students can honor and own their identities while also acclimating to U.S. society. The school recognizes and celebrates each student’s and family’s backgrounds and cultures and recognizes diversity as an asset.

Loving Accountability: Fugees expects that all students can succeed at high levels both academically and behaviorally and students are lovingly held accountable to these expectations through a balance of frequent feedback, authentic consequences and multiple opportunities for success.

Collective and Individual Responsibility: Students and adults take on increasing levels of responsibility both for themselves and for the larger community. This gradual release of responsibility is designed to support every member of the school in developing leadership and life skills.

More About Us!

Fugees Academy, part of the non-profit organization, Fugees Family, Inc., is a tuition-free, community-based, public charter school designed to meet the needs of new American students through English language acquisition and foundational skill study, culturally relevant curriculum and wraparound supports, restorative practices, arts programming, and soccer participation. Every student works as a team member on and off the field to bridge significant gaps in formal schools to graduate on time. We blend creative teaching with academic fundamentals, interwoven with leadership and character building. The Fugees Instructional Model is trauma-aware and is designed to meet students where they are, focusing on the foundational skills that are often lacking in children whose schooling has been nonexistent or interrupted.

Apply!

We are out to radically change the way education is experienced for all newcomers in this country and we are just getting started. We are a team of advocates, change-makers, and allies, and are looking for another passionate addition to join our close-knit team. If you are interested in this role, we strongly encourage you to apply - quit your day job and come change the world with us!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Fugees Family, Inc. and Georgia Fugees Academy Charter School are equal opportunity employers, dedicated to building a culturally diverse staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encouraging applications from those with refugee and/or immigrant backgrounds.

Perseverance | Respect | Integrity | Dedication | Excellence

www.gfacs.org | www.fugeesfamily.org