Bus Driver

  • Bright Heights Learning Center
  • Newport News, Virginia
  • 1 day ago
  • Full Time

Job Summary


Employment Type
Full Time

Job Description


Bright Heights Learning Center is a licensed childcare center seeking a Bus Driver!

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a high school diploma OR GED, a valid driver license and the ability to pass all background checks. Must be 25+ years of age. A plus if you have previous childcare experience! A plus if you have previous childcare experience!

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, can be flexible with hours and offer either full-time hours or part-time hours

Compensation: $14-$15/hr based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare
  • Fun and Positive Place to Work
  • Open Door Policy
  • Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our teachers!

Our Hiring Process:

  1. Resume screen
  2. Phone screen with recruiter (30 minutes)
  3. On-site interview with Center Director (30-60 minutes)
    1. Q&A
    2. Classroom observation
    3. Offer
    4. Main Job Responsibilities:

      • Transport children daily while following state regulations and health regulations pertaining to duties.
      • Follow proper protocol and submit required paperwork to Director in a timely manner.
      • Communicate with parents effectively both written and verbally.
      • Support coordinating field trips and communicate logistics, procedures and expectations to administration, teachers, and parents.
      • Mentor and train substitute Bus drivers to cover absences.
      • Maintain the vehicle according to state regulations.
      • Maintain a clean, orderly and safe bus.
      • Willingness to effectively substitute for any position as needed. This includes covering staff members' breaks, filling in for staff members in their absences, and assuming the classroom duties of staff members before or after their scheduled shifts.
      • Demonstrate patience, kindness and positive interactions with all children, parents, and staff.
      • Operate as a team player and willingness to help where needed under the director of the lead teacher.
      • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
      • Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

      If you have a positive attitude, love working with children and desire to work in a fun and professional environment, we encourage you to apply today!

      Bright Heights Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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    Job Summary


    Employment Type
    Full Time

    Benefit Insights


    Health Insurance
    Paid Time Off
    401(k)
    Holiday Pay
    Tuition Reimbursement
    Life Insurance
    Dental Insurance
    Vision Insurance
    Short-Term Disability
    Long-Term Disability

    Job ID: 474423871

    Originally Posted on: 4/23/2025