Bus Driver

Bus Drivers

Westtown School is currently seeking experienced bus drivers to transport students for the 2024-25 school year. Part-time bus drivers will transport students to athletics events and school trips during the academic year. We are seeking responsible drivers with part-time availability most days, including some evenings and weekends.

Westtown School is an independent, Quaker co-educational, pre-K to 12, college preparatory day and boarding school located in suburban West Chester, PA, approximately 30 miles from Philadelphia. Situated on a beautiful 600-acre campus, Westtown offers state-of-the-art facilities where our committed faculty and staff inspire and prepare our students to be stewards and leaders of a better world.

Essential Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from events;
• Assist students/passengers with safe loading and unloading of the bus during regular transport and emergency situations;
• Ensure prompt pick-up and delivery of students;
• Ensure luggage and sports equipment properly is stowed, following proper lifting procedures;
• Communicate promptly and effectively with students/passengers, parents, and the school;
• Maintain professional and appropriate relations with all students, parents, and others at all times;
• Maintain vehicle mileage logs and other required documentation;
• Ensure that vehicle interiors are clean and free of debris;
• Monitor students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining order and discipline and ensuring the safety of all passengers;
• Perform first aid as necessary for the purpose of meeting the immediate health care needs of passengers if properly trained and certified. Current CPR certification is desired;
• Understand and comply with all safety and vehicle regulations and emergency procedures;
• Ensure that vehicles have adequate fuel for all trips;
• Report all accidents, traffic violations, and safety concerns to the Transportation Manager;
• Participate in all required periodic screenings, including drug and alcohol testing;
• Participate in all department meetings and required training.

Qualifications

• Bus Drivers must possess a current, valid PA commercial driver's license with the air brake restriction removed and current Passenger and School Bus endorsements;
• Must maintain an acceptable safe driving record;
• Must have a current school bus medical certificate, may be required to have DOT certification;
• Available to work flexible hours in the early morning, afternoon, and on weekends;
• Some late-night and longer trips (to New York City, Washington, DC), including overnight trips are possible;
• Excellent customer service and communication skills;
• Able to lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 40 lbs. regularly. Lift, carry, or otherwise move up to 50 lbs occasionally with assistance;
• Able to read and interpret maps and utilize navigation systems.