Hybrid School Bus Driver bei Rochambeau, The French International School of Washington, DC

Job Description

Rochambeau, The French International School of Washington, DC (Rochambeau), has an immediate opening for a BUS DRIVER (CDL Required). 

Location: Bethesda, MD 
Reports to: Director of Transportation

Job Type: Non-Exempt, Hourly, Non-CBA, 7.5 hours a day / 37.5 hours a week (August through June)

Salary Information: The starting salary is $27.50 per hour, per hour worked.

Rochambeau, a coeducational day school, offers an exceptional blend of the French curriculum and a robust English program to a diverse student body of about 1,200, from Preschool to 12th grade. Our school thrives on diversity, housing over 80 nationalities. We steadfastly promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

POSITION SUMMARY

The School Bus Driver will transport students and authorized personnel to and from school, field trips, and other approved activities ensuring the safety and welfare of all transported passengers.  The position reports to the Director of Transportation. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• transport students and authorized personnel to and from school, field trips, and other approved activities.

• Ensuring the safety and welfare of all transported passengers. 

• Obey traffic laws and submit required reports.   

• Follow school transportation policies and procedures.  

• Manage passenger behavior effectively and communicate discipline issues to the supervisor. 

• Perform daily vehicle inspections and minor maintenance repairs.  

• Collaborate with the Transportation Department and school management regarding route hazards and suggest route changes.  

• Assist bus driver colleagues as requested by management.  

• Attend assigned workshops and training programs.  

• Drive buses to the repair facility and back as required and communicate with the repair facility to complete maintenance and repairs on assigned vehicle(s). 

• Positively support the school’s mission, policies, and practices, and work collaboratively in a professional organization.

• Undertake any other reasonable task as required.

• Maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.

• Performs additional related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.

At Rochambeau, we value our school-based and in-person work environment for all faculty and staff. We believe on-site collaboration fuels our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive educational environment. This in-person interaction is integral to our school values, allowing us to engage more fully, communicate effectively, and cultivate a strong community spirit.

Please note that these are intended as representative duties and do not encompass every aspect of the role. You may be required to perform additional or differing duties if they are related, similar, or logically assigned to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Required: High school graduate or equivalent. 

Bilingual proficiency in French and English is desired.

Experience Required: 

• 1+ years experience as a driver of a truck or commercial passenger vehicle; and/or 

• 1+ years experience as a driver of a passenger vehicle with a verifiable good driving record; and/or

• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Certifications/Licenses required: 

• Current Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with Passenger Transport (P) and School Bus Authorized (S) endorsement (Maryland) issued by Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA); and 

• Certification in First Aid and Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) procedures.

Additional Requirements: 

• Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance at work. Regular hours follow the school day and calendar and are typically 6:00-9:00AM to 3:00-7:30PM with a break between shifts unless doing additional transport duties.

• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a pleasant demeanor with co-workers, supervisors, and others.

• Basic computer and writing skills with attention to detail.
  
  

JOB FUNCTIONS

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, this job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you may be required to perform. The omission of specific descriptions of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or can be considered essential to this position.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Subject to pre-employment drug testing for use of certain controlled substances and alcohol, as well as random testing thereafter.  Ability to work overtime to complete required bus routes/trips. No more than 3 current points on a verifiable driving record and a satisfactory past driving record. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to meet prescribed pre-employment and annual physical examination and testing requirements. Ability to complete pre-and post-trip bus inspections. Ability to lift and carry heavy objects 40 lb. minimum. Properly wear the seat belt every day.  Physical Demands: Light Work.  Physical Activity: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Climbing, Balancing, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Twisting, Reaching, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Finger Dexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Repetitive Motions, Talking, Hearing Acuity, Visual Acuity.  Working Conditions: Outdoors/Indoors, Noise.  Unavoidable Hazards: Exposure to extreme heat/cold, wet or humid conditions, bright/dim lights, dust or pollen, intense noise levels, and disease/pathogens may occur. Sensory Requirements: Normal visual acuity, hearing, speaking abilities, and color perception.

Rochambeau is committed to adhering to ADA guidelines and providing reasonable employee accommodations. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We are dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce that mirrors our student body and to embracing cultural competency within our international community.

Please note: By Maryland House Bill 486 (Maryland HB486 FAQ). Rochambeau will contact the applicant's previous employers to request information about child sexual abuse or sexual misconduct.