Job Summary:
The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school field trips and extracurricular activities while ensuring a secure and positive environment. The driver must adhere to all traffic laws school policies and safety regulations to maintain the wellbeing of students.
Key Responsibilities:
- Safe Transportation: Operate a school bus or other districtassigned vehicle to transport students safely to and from school field trips and schoolrelated activities.
- Compliance & Safety: Follow all traffic laws state regulations and school district policies regarding bus operation and student transportation.
- PreTrip & PostTrip Inspections: Conduct routine inspections of the bus including checking brakes tires lights and fuel levels and report any maintenance issues.
- Student Supervision & Behavior Management: Maintain order on the bus enforce rules and report any discipline issues to the school administration.
- Emergency Preparedness: Be knowledgeable of and follow emergency procedures including evacuations and first aid response.
- Communication: Communicate effectively with school staff parents and students regarding schedules delays or concerns.
- Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of routes student attendance vehicle inspections and incidents as required by the school district.
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
- Licensing: Must hold a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) Endorsements (or be willing to obtain them).
- Background Check: Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
- Physical Requirements:
- Ability to sit for extended periods and operate a vehicle safely.
- Ability to assist students in emergency situations if necessary.
- Good vision and hearing to ensure safe driving.
Preferred Skills & Abilities:
- Strong sense of responsibility and attention to safety.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills when interacting with students parents and school staff.
- Ability to manage student behavior in a calm and professional manner.
- Dependability and punctuality to ensure timely student transportation.
Work Schedule & Conditions:
- Typically follows the school district calendar (MondayFriday mornings and afternoons).
- May be required for field trips afterschool events and emergency routes.
- Work involves exposure to various weather conditions and road hazards.