Benefits:

Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Free uniforms

Part-Time School Bus Driver

Company: LeafSpring School
Location: Ballantyne, NC
Job Type: Part-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Preschool | Child Care Services

Safely Drive. Positively Impact. Join the LeafSpring Team!

Do you enjoy working with children and take pride in providing safe, dependable transportation? LeafSpring School at Ballantyne is looking for a responsible, caring, and safety-focused Part-Time School Bus Driver to join our team.

Our Bus Drivers play an important role in the LeafSpring experience by ensuring children arrive at school, field trips, and other activities safely, comfortably, and on time. We are looking for someone who is dependable, patient, professional, and enjoys being part of a team that puts children first.

Why Work at LeafSpring School?

Work-life balance is a priority with a part-time schedule
No late evening or weekend shifts
Meals provided daily
Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families

Your Role as a School Bus Driver

As a School Bus Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting children to and from LeafSpring School and approved activities while providing a warm, welcoming, and professional experience for every child.

You will work closely with school leadership and teachers to ensure transportation runs smoothly and that all safety and licensing requirements are followed.

Key Responsibilities

Safely transport children to and from school, field trips, and approved activities
Follow all state, local, and company transportation regulations and safety procedures
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Ensure children are properly seated, supervised, and secured according to applicable regulations
Complete required transportation and attendance documentation accurately
Maintain accurate passenger counts and follow established loading and unloading procedures
Communicate professionally with teachers, administrators, families, and children
Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized bus environment
Report vehicle concerns, maintenance needs, accidents, incidents, or safety concerns immediately
Assist with loading and unloading children while maintaining constant awareness of their safety
Follow established bus routes, schedules, and transportation procedures
Provide a calm, positive, and respectful environment for children while riding the bus
Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families
Assist with other transportation-related duties as assigned by school leadership

Qualifications

**Valid Driver's License **
Clean and satisfactory driving record
At Least 21 years old
Previous experience driving a school bus, childcare transportation vehicle, or passenger vehicle preferred
Experience working with children is preferred
Ability to successfully complete all required background checks, drug screening, and licensing requirements
Ability to safely assist children entering and exiting the vehicle
Dependable, punctual, patient, and safety-minded
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to remain calm and professional in a variety of situations
Ability to follow established safety procedures and transportation protocols
High school diploma or GED

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate understands that being a school bus driver is about more than simply driving from one location to another. You are a trusted member of our school community and play an important role in creating a safe and positive experience for children.

We are looking for someone who is:

Safety-first
Dependable and punctual
Patient and caring with children
Professional and approachable
A strong communicator
Comfortable working as part of a team
Attentive to detail
Able to respond appropriately to changing situations

Make a Difference Every Day

Every trip is an opportunity to create a positive experience for a child. If you are a safe, dependable, and caring driver who wants to be part of a team that puts children and families first, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to become a Part-Time School Bus Driver at LeafSpring School at Ballantyne!

Make a Difference

LeafSpring School has been the standard of excellence in early education and school-age recreation for over 35 years, providing an enriching environment and a nurturing school setting for children and their families. We are a nationally recognized early childhood education franchise that offers innovative programs for infants, preschoolers, and school-age children. With a commitment to fostering cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth, LeafSpring School provides a community of families and educators who partner for each child’s success.

LeafSpring School employees help build the foundation for excellence within every student by developing lifelong learners and the leaders of tomorrow. Make a real difference in your community by helping young minds develop and grow into healthy, productive individuals.

_{This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to LeafSpring School Corporate.}

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