Bus Driver (Full-Time)

Description:Full-Time School Bus Driver

SANY’s Utica Academy of Science Charter School is seeking a dedicated Full-Time School Bus Driver to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a vital role in the safety and daily lives of our students.

As a School Bus Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting students and authorized passengers to field trips, athletic events, and other school-related activities. The driver will also ensure that the vehicle remains in safe operating condition by conducting required inspections and following all safety protocols.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus in accordance with New York State and federal regulations.
  
• Transport students and authorized personnel to assigned destinations, including field trips, athletic events, and school activities.
  
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus (including tires, brakes, lights, fluids, and safety equipment).
  
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe vehicle environment.
  
• Follow all traffic laws, safety regulations, and school policies.
  
• Provide courteous and professional service to students, families, and staff.
  
• Immediately report any safety concerns, incidents, or maintenance issues.
  

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B or higher
  
• Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
  
• Minimum 3 years of school bus driving experience
  
• Clean driving record
  
• Fingerprint clearance through the New York State Education Department
  
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, and weekends
  

About Us

The Science Academies of New York (SANY) Charter Schools serve the Syracuse and Utica communities as a tuition-free K–12 public charter school district that delivers the quality of a private school education.

At SANY, we:

• Inspire students to think globally and act locally
  
• Build a diverse and inclusive school community that celebrates cultures from around the world
  
• Prepare students to become civic-minded and innovative leaders
  

For over a decade, we have proudly served Central New York, building success one ATOM at a time.

Compensation

Position Type: Full-Time
Pay: $25 per hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

SANY is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability.

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