Responsibilities
- Safely operate a school bus according to established schedules, transporting students to and from homes, schools, and field trip locations as assigned
- Maintain discipline among passengers, resolve conflicts, and document or report serious behavioral incidents
- Perform daily safety and operational checks on the assigned vehicle before and after use
- Supervise student boarding and exiting, confirm authorized release of students, and ensure seat belts are used in passenger vans
- Keep accurate records of mileage, routes, maintenance needs, and time schedules
- Communicate promptly with relevant parties about delays or changes to scheduled routes
- Ensure all required credentials—including CDL, medical certification, and Region One compliance—are current per DOT and organizational standards
- Maintain regular communication with campus leadership and transportation coordinators
- Accept both positive and constructive feedback professionally and use it to grow
- Engage in self-evaluation to identify areas for personal and operational improvement
- Adapt quickly to changing conditions while managing multiple responsibilities
- Manage several tasks efficiently within strict timeframes
- Be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and other non-traditional hours as needed
- Work a minimum of 32 hours per week, not including additional duties related to extracurricular events
- Be prepared to work extended shifts when necessary to meet operational demands
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package covering most of the employee’s base medical premium, with significant subsidies for spouse/domestic partner and dependent coverage
- Paid Family Leave offering up to 8 weeks of paid time off for birth or adoption, depending on tenure and caregiver status
- Tuition Reimbursement of up to 50% of qualifying degree program costs, capped at $5,250 annually, subject to manager approval and budget constraints
- Employer-paid mental and behavioral health support including 5 in-person counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 phone counseling, and additional work-life resources
- Additional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, disability and life insurance, parenting support, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, and professional development opportunities
- Potential relocation allowance available to offset moving expenses, if applicable
Compensation
Hourly pay ranges from $25.00 for entry-level experience to $28.75, with eligibility for performance-based bonuses tied to team results and goal achievement.
Work Arrangement
On-site — Texas, Florida, Ohio
Team
We seek individuals who are deeply committed to educational equity and student success, demonstrate accountability, act with urgency, embrace feedback, collaborate across teams, and uphold high standards of professionalism and integrity.
About IDEA Public Schools
IDEA Public Schools is a growing network of tuition-free, Pre-K–12 public charter schools operating in Texas, Florida, and Ohio. Since 2000, it has expanded from one small campus to 143 schools serving over 80,000 college-bound students. The organization consistently ranks among the top high schools nationally by The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report. IDEA remains committed to ensuring 100% of its graduates are accepted to college. Employees join a mission-driven team focused on achieving ambitious goals and fostering a culture of belonging, integrity, and respect. Learn more at https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values
To Apply
Interested candidates must submit their application online via Jobvite. Early application is strongly encouraged due to immediate hiring needs.
Other
- Eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for the birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation
- Staff members may apply for up to 50% reimbursement of tuition for qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 annually, subject to managerial discretion and budget availability
- Employer-paid mental and behavioral health benefits include 5 in-person counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other no-cost work-life services
- Additional offerings include dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance, parenting benefits, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, and professional development support
- Relocation assistance may be provided for this position, if applicable
- This role qualifies for a performance bonus based on team performance and achievement of organizational goals
