On-Call School Bus Driver

Durham Academy is accepting applications for highly qualified On-Call School Bus Drivers to support student transportation needs across our Preschool, Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School programs. This position provides flexible, as-needed coverage for daily routes, athletic events, field trips, and special school activities. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial and Operations Officer.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school, athletic events, field trips, and other school-sponsored activities

• Operate school buses in accordance with all federal, state, and local transportation laws and regulations

• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any safety or maintenance concerns promptly

• Maintain order and ensure appropriate student behavior while on the bus in accordance with school policies

• Adhere to assigned schedules, routes, and transportation procedures

• Communicate clearly and professionally with students, families, faculty, and staff

• Maintain accurate transportation records as required

• Represent Durham Academy with professionalism and care while transporting students

Qualifications

• Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

• Clean driving record and ability to meet all North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles and school transportation requirements

• Ability to pass required background checks, drug screening, and medical certification

• Prior experience driving a school bus or commercial passenger vehicle preferred

• Dependable, punctual, and willing to accept assignments on short notice

• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, afternoons, evenings, and occasional weekends

• Strong commitment to student safety and well-being

Durham Academy Staff

• Are culturally competent and believe in the central importance of diversity and equity in the life of a school community.

• Can work independently with minimal supervision and routinely prioritize multiple tasks.

• Have the ability to work in complex environments with a high degree of organizational effectiveness and attention to detail.

• Are personable, collaborative and able to develop rapport quickly with a variety of individuals.

• Use technology thoughtfully and creatively.

• Innovate and experiment to find novel and efficient ways to complete tasks and solve problems.

 Our School

Founded in 1933, Durham Academy is an all-gender, independent day school with 1,273 students in Pre-kindergarten through grade 12 on three campuses. The purpose of a Durham Academy education is to prepare each student to live a moral, happy and productive life. DA’s Strategic Vision commits to preparing students for life, meeting the needs of our learners and innovating more boldly, with a foundation broadening and deepening our work with diversity, equity and engagement. Our DA is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Durham Academy is a member of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC), the Southern Association for College Admission Counseling (SACAC) and the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS).

Diversity, Equity and Engagement Mission Statement

 Diversity enlivens, improves and enriches the intellectual and social environment of an academic community and encompasses all aspects of humanity including racial identity, sex, religion, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, age and gender identity. We are committed to an ongoing process to increase the diversity of our community and to implement policies, programs and practices under which all members of our community feel welcomed, empowered, responsible and safe. Amidst our diversity we stand united in the pursuit of academic excellence and development of individual capabilities. Find out more about DA’s commitment to diversity, equity and engagement here.

 (Adopted by the Durham Academy Board of Trustees in 2004 and updated in 2008)

Our Employment Policy

Durham Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national or ethnic origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.