Bus Driver - Full-time and Part-time - THE LEAGUERS : Job Details

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 5/19/2025 Location: Central Office Date Available: 08/25/2025 Closing Date: 08/30/2025 BUS DRIVERSUMMARY: The Leaguers, Incorporated is seeking a Full-time and a Part-time Bus Driver for its Head Start and Early Head Start Centers. POSITION DESCRIPTION: To provide safe bus transportation for Head Start children, assuring that each child is picked up and delivered as scheduled. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for the safety of school children when loading, unloading and transporting students at all times;
• Report any and all accidents immediately to the Associate Director of Trasportation and/or the Chief Finance Officer;
• Follow all NJ State and Federal Laws and Board Policy regarding student transportation;
• Attend all required bus driver trainings;
• Complete all required driving logs and other required activities for bus maintenance;
• Maintain safety and order on the school bus at all times;
• Must drive bus carefully and in compliance with all traffic laws;
• Follow assigned route and adhere to set schedules;
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled;
• Properly operate all assigned equipment;
• Perform related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid New Jersey Driver's License with CDL School Bus Driver and Passenger Endorsement;
• Clean driving record for all states and background check clearance;
• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations;
• High School Diploma or equivalent;
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal;
• Previous experience preferred.

SALARY: $31.00 per hour FULL-TIME FRINGE BENEFIT PACKAGE: Benefit Package (Health, Dental and Life Insurance) 403-B Retirement Plan Ten (10) Month Position Sick and Personal days Paid Holidays Winter and Spring Recess State-of-the-Art Classrooms Professional Training Application Procedure: All interested candidates must apply online. All certifications, resume, letters of reference, Praxis scores (if applicable) and transcripts must be uploaded prior to the closing date of the posting to be considered for any position with The Leaguers, Inc. Do not mail or email these documents. Once you submit an application you will receive an email confirmation. This is your confirmation; please do not call to inquire if it has been received. All candidates of interest will be contacted by the hiring department. Selection Procedure: Candidates being considered for the position will be contacted by the hiring department to schedule an interview. Equal Opportunity Employer: The Leaguers, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Leaguers, Inc. does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. The Leaguers has a policy of active recruitment of qualified teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in completing a job application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.