Atlanta Independent School System
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Atlanta Independent School System operates the fourth largest school bus fleet in Georgia with over 925 buses traveling more than 1,000,000 route miles monthly to serve 111 schools and transport 78,000+ students daily. The Transportation Department provides comprehensive CDL Class B training for school bus operators with both classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel practice in accordance with federal regulations. All school buses feature GPS tracking and interior video cameras, with safety inspections every 20 days and annual certification by the Georgia Department of Public Safety. The school system offers employment benefits including paid vacation, health insurance, retirement opportunities, and all holidays off with spring and summer breaks.
Programs & Tuition
Program Benefits (Pros)
- Fourth largest school bus fleet in Georgia (925+ buses)
- Over 1,000,000 route miles monthly
- GPS tracking and video cameras on all buses
- Safety inspected every 20 days
- Georgia Department of Public Safety certified
- BBB accredited
- Charter System status renewed in 2021
Key Features
- Classroom instruction
- Behind-the-wheel training
- Pre-trip inspection training
- Defensive driving training
- CDL Permit Prep courses
- Trip planning training
- Emergency evacuation drills
- Human trafficking awareness course
- CDL Refresher Course available
School Performance
Accreditations
Quality Score
Score calculated based on FMCSA pass rates, equipment age, and verified student reviews.Score > 80 indicates industry excellence.
Financing Options
- GI Bill
- Post 9/11 GI Bill
- VA benefits
- Payment plans
- Scholarships
- Employer tuition assistance
- Georgia Student Finance Commission
- Grants
- Workforce funding
- Vocational Rehab
- Tribal funding
- Tuition reimbursement
- Tuition Assistance
Job Placement
Career services through transportation department
Additional Information
- Modern trucks
- Industry-standard equipment
- School buses
- Real equipment
- 2 full-size testing carousels
- Automatic transmission trucks
- Range facilities
- Electronic mobile data terminal (MDT)
- Two-way radios
- Standard office equipment
- Fire extinguishers
- Wheelchairs, tie-downs, child safety seats, lifts
- School buses with GPS tracking
- School buses with interior video cameras
- Class A trailers
- Full size Freightliner Cascadia's
- 53' box trailers
- Range facilities
- Cones/barrels for maneuvers
- Vehicles with dual controls
- School vehicles with 'STUDENT DRIVER' signs
- 18+ years (intrastate)
- 21+ years (interstate)
- Valid driver's license
- Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP)
- Pass DOT physical
- Pass drug test
- Pass background check
- Clean driving record
- High school diploma or GED
- 6 months school bus driving experience
- Proof of identity
- Proof of residency
- U.S. citizenship or lawful status
- Career counseling
- Resume assistance
- Personalized funding guidance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid vacation
- Retirement opportunities
- Paid training
- Telehealth services
- Mental health services
- CPR and First Aid training
- Medical testing services
Instructor Certifications:
- Georgia basic bus driver's certification
- Safety Renewal Education Program (SREP) recertification
- CPR certification
- FCS First Aid certification
- Green Cross Defensive Driving certification
- State instructor license
- Valid CDL
- Passed physical examination
- Passed written examination
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Atlanta Independent School System
1661 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, Georgia 30310
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