2025/2026 Private School Bus Driver (CDL)
2025/2026 Private School Bus Driver (CDL)
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Job Description
Founded in 1967 The Overlake School is an independent nonsectarian coeducational college preparatory day school. Each Overlake community member is committed to the schools mission: The Overlake School champions students and their vast potential through engaging educational experiences in a diverse and inclusive community. Students are valued as multifaceted individuals and graduate with a passion for learning ready for any path that contributes to a better world.
The Overlake School is committed to diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race religion national or ethnic origin socio-economic status gender sexual orientation or disability in the administration of its educational policies financial aid employment and other school-administered programs. Our school is committed to the strategic goals of developing our collective capacity in areas of well-being for all the attraction and retention of talented and qualified educators integration of diversity equity & inclusion into the life of our school and defining our institutional identity.
Employment Type: Full-Time (6.5hrs/day) M-F Hourly
Start Date: Fall 2025 (aligned with the 202526 academic year)
Important Note: Due to the academic calendar this position includes extended unpaid breaks following the school year calendar. Financial planning is necessary to account for unpaid breaks.
Compensation & Benefits
- $36.35/hr
- 11 paid holidays during the school year.
- 10 days accrued paid time off.
- Medical premium $5/mo. no cost vision and dental insurance for employee 35% coverage for dependents.
- A food allowance is provided for breakfast and lunch dining in our Campus Food Center.
- Generous 5% employer 403(b) match with increases along with tenure.
Join a small but dedicated and highly valued bus driver team at The Overlake School to provide a preeminent level of service to our families. This full-time 10-month role driving an established fixed (non-bid route) split-shift student routes in the Seattle/UW/Kirkland/Bellevue/Sammamish/Renton area as well as occasional sports team trips.
Qualifications
- CDL Class B License
- School bus passenger and air brake endorsements
- Up-to-date DOT Medical card
- Clean driver abstract record
- Exemplary attendance record
- Ability to drive for total of 6.5 hours/day
- Respectful and professional demeanor with colleagues and guests
- Prior driving experience is a plus but not required
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure safe boarding transit and drop-off of students; perform pre/post-trip vehicle inspections
- Represent Overlakes values through respectful inclusive and responsible conduct
- Communicate route changes delays or concerns to school staff and families
- Provide transportation for field trips athletics and school events as needed
- Report vehicle maintenance needs promptly to ensure safety and reliability
- Maintain required logs and documentation per state and federal regulations
- Participate in safety drills training sessions and professional development
- Be prepared to execute emergency procedures and basic first aid if necessary
Equal Employment Opportunity
At The Overlake School we celebrate diversity as essential to fostering curiosity compassion and the full potential of every student and community member. We strive to ensure that every employee feels welcomed and valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. From our hiring practices performance reviews raise decisions and opportunities for promotions The Overlake School follows consistent and fair practices to ensure all employees and potential employees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement based on merit and are not discriminated against because of race color religion national origin age sex veteran status pregnancy childbirth pregnancy-related conditions disability gender gender identity sexual orientation or on any other legally protected basis in the administration of its educational policies financial aid employment and other school-administered programs. Our Human Resources department works with employees to make reasonable accommodations for those that require assistance in being able to participate in the interview process or meet the requirements of their position.
Background Check Policy
The Overlake School conducts background checks for employees after the conditional offer of employment is accepted in compliance with applicable federal state and local laws. Candidates will be asked to authorize these screenings and results will be reviewed by a designated HR representative.
The Overlake School reserves the right to modify this policy at any time without notice.
Employment Type
Full Time
