Part Time Bus Driver
- Location
- Oklahoma City, OK · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid-level
- Listed
- 19 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- School bus driver certification
- School bus operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Student safety
- Communication
Also useful
- Experience transporting children
- Knowledge of state and federal transportation regulations
About the role
Part-Time School Bus Driver KIPP OKC Public Schools Position Type: Part-Time | Guaranteed 20 Hours Per Week Position Summary KIPP OKC Public Schools is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious, and student-centered Part-Time School Bus Driver to safely transport scholars to and from school.
The ideal candidate is punctual, responsible, and committed to providing a safe, reliable, and welcoming transportation experience for our scholars. This position offers guaranteed 20 hours per week and requires availability for both morning and afternoon transportation routes.
Schedule and Responsibilities Morning Route: Approximately 5:30 AM - 7:35 AM Arrive on campus by 5:30 AM to complete the required pre-trip bus inspection and prepare for the morning route. Safely transport scholars to school, ensuring all scholars arrive on campus by 7:35 AM. Follow assigned routes and established transportation procedures.
Afternoon Route: Approximately 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM Return to campus by 2:00 PM to complete preparations for the afternoon route. Safely transport scholars from school to their designated drop-off locations. Ensure scholars arrive at their designated drop-off locations according to the established route schedule, with the final drop-off completed by 4:30 PM. Return the bus to campus after completing the route.
Complete the required post-trip inspection and any necessary end-of-route documentation. Additional Responsibilities Maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful environment on the bus. Comply with all applicable state and federal transportation regulations and school policies. Communicate transportation concerns, delays, vehicle issues, or student safety concerns to the appropriate school personnel.
Maintain accurate transportation records and complete required inspections and reports. Participate in additional driver training as needed or required.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) appropriate for school bus operation.
- Valid school bus driver certification.
- Ability to pass all required background checks and drug screenings.
- Willingness to complete additional driver training as necessary.
- Reliable transportation and consistent, punctual attendance.
- Ability to safely operate and inspect a school bus.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to scholar safety.
- Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is dependable, patient, professional, and attentive to detail.
- They understand the responsibility of transporting children safely and demonstrate a commitment to creating a positive experience for scholars and families.
- Compensation and Benefits Guaranteed 20 hours per week.
- Part-time employment.
- Consistent morning and afternoon route schedule.
How to Apply Interested applicants are encouraged to apply and join our commitment to providing scholars with safe and reliable transportation every school day. KIPP OKC Public Schools is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and welcoming environment for all scholars, families, and staff.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Required Qualifications Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) appropriate for school bus operation.
- Valid school bus driver certification.
- Ability to pass all required background checks and drug screenings.
- Willingness to complete additional driver training as necessary.
- Reliable transportation and consistent, punctual attendance.
- Ability to safely operate and inspect a school bus.
- Strong communication skills and a commitment to scholar safety.
About the Company
Join the KIPP Team & Family KIPP is hiring a diverse team of dynamic, collaborative, and dedicated individuals with the unyielding belief that every child will succeed. KIPP Oklahoma is a part of a national network of free, open-enrollment, public charter schools offering a choice to families and children in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. We are driven and committed to our mission and vision.
KIPP Oklahoma currently educates over 1,000 students and supports hundreds of alumni. Today, the KIPP Oklahoma network consists of KIPP Tulsa Public Charter Schools (grades 5th - 12th) and KIPP OKC Public Schools (grades PreK - 5th). KIPP OKC Public Schools is growing one grade per year until they are a full PreK - 8th grade program.
Mission: Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Vision: Every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities.
We are a Team & Family At KIPP, we see the gifts in everyone who walks through the doors of our schools. Especially our teachers. Their skill. Energy. Love. Their determination. On the good days and on the hard days. So we support our teachers to make the most of those gifts. It starts with respect - for our teacher's innate talent and desire to learn, for their professional growth and the lives they lead beyond our walls.
The Five Pillars of KIPP 1. High Expectations. KIPP schools have clearly defined and measurable high expectations for academic achievement and conduct that make no excuses based on the students' backgrounds. Students, parents, teachers, and staff create and reinforce a culture of achievement and support through a range of formal and informal rewards and consequences for academic performance and behavior. 2. Choice & Commitment.
Students, their parents, and the faculty of each KIPP school choose to participate in the program. No one is assigned or forced to attend a KIPP school. Everyone must make and uphold a commitment to the school and to each other to put in the time and effort required to achieve success. 3. More Time. KIPP schools know that there are no shortcuts when it comes to success in academics and life.
With an extended school day, week, and year, students have more time in the classroom to acquire the academic knowledge and skills that will prepare them for competitive high schools and colleges, as well as more opportunities to engage in diverse extracurricular experiences. 4. Power to Lead.
The principals of KIPP schools are effective academic and organizational leaders who understand that great schools require great school leaders. They have control over their school budget and personnel. They are free to swiftly move dollars or make staffing changes, allowing them maximum effectiveness in helping students learn. 5. Focus on Results.
KIPP schools relentlessly focus on high student performance on standardized tests and other objective measures. Just as there are no shortcuts, there are no excuses. Students are expected to achieve a level of academic performance that will enable them to succeed at the nation's best high schools and colleges. Teachers will be provided consistent and constant professional development.
From KIPP's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 21, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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