Organizational Overview

KIPP NC is a network of eight high-performing, college-preparatory public charter schools providing an academically rigorous and joyous school experience to more than 3,500 students in grades K-12 in Charlotte, Durham, Gaston, and Halifax. Additionally, KIPP NC supports several thousand alumni on their journey to and through high school, college, and career.   

To apply, send your application to: [email protected]

ROLE OVERVIEW

To transport students to and from school and other designated sites and ensure the safety of the student passengers while operating a school bus. Reporting to the Transportation Manager, the Transportation Assistant Manager alongside being accountable to the Director of Transportation. As a KIPP ENC school bus driver, you will comply with all NC School Bus Safety laws in accordance with the NC Department of Transportation.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uphold the mission and vision of KIPP NC
•  Provide a safe, healthy, consistent, positive, caring environment for children and staff that promotes:
  • A positive student culture
  • Happy and healthy students and parents
• Establish and maintain effective working relationship with management team and co-workers
• Report to work daily and on time
• Complete Pre and Post Trip bus inspections daily
• Drives safely and efficiently and adheres to all NC traffic laws
  • Exercise good judgement and extreme caution while operating a school bus
• Timely report all mechanical issues to the Transportation Assistant Manager or Transportation Manager
• Perform periodical drills as required by state law
• Attend various meetings regarding safety, first aid, and Safe Schools Training online
• Accountable for student management and discipline
  • Discuss Bus Expectations with student passengers
  • Timely complete Bus Conduct report on student(s) not meeting expectations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Facilitate and maintain a valid Class C commercial driver's license (CDL) with “P” and “S” endorsements
• Facilitate and maintain a valid School Bus Driver's Certificate (pocket card) and NC DOT Medical Card
• Successfully follow oral and written directions

KIPP North Carolina does not and shall not discriminate on the race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, disability, source of income, or status as a veteran in any of its activities or operations.