Bus Driver

Summary: The job of a bus driver was established for the purpose of providing support within the student transportation services area with specific responsibilities for transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport loading and unloading from the bus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Drives school bus for the purpose of transporting students over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.

1. Operate an electronic bus lift as well as be able to operate the lift via mechanical lift.

1. Operate the wheellock system for transport of wheelchair(s)

1. Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established guidelines and maintaining passenger safety.

1. Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from bus during normal transport and emergencies.

1. Attends meetings trainings workshops etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.

1. Assesses incidents complaints accidents and/or potential emergencies (e.g. road hazards medical emergencies accidents etc.) for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.

1. Cleans assigned bus both interior and exterior for the purpose of ensuring safety appearance and sanitation of the vehicle.

1. Conducts emergency evacuation drills at least twice a year for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.

1. Reports all unsafe conditions and all vehicular discrepancies in a timely manner to the Supervisor of Special Education and/or designee.

1. Informs other school personnel and parents of events policies and/or practices (e.g. scheduled stops established routes route conditions etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or clarification of procedures.

1. Monitors students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of ensuring the safe transportation of all passengers.

1. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. fluid levels tire pressure exterior condition etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.

1. Prepares reports (e.g. field trips reports incident reports inspections records passenger misconduct mileage logs student counts routing information etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities providing written reference conveying information and/or complying with established guidelines.

1. Reports observations any disciplinary situations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline accidents inappropriate social behavior etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel for their action.

1. Responds to inquiries from students parents and/or staff for the purpose of providing the necessary information regarding transportation services.

1. Keeps abreast with laws regulations and policies that affect the proper and safe operation of the school bus.

1. Maintains accurate paperwork on students and route information.

1. Required to park the school bus in the school parking lot after every run.

1. Records the mileage on the Gas Card Sign Out Sheet after putting fuel and provide fuel receipt to the Administrative Assistant to the Supervisor of Special Education.

1. Responsible for the maintenance of assigned school bus (e.g. fuel oil change inspections routine cleaning including cleaning the inside after every use and maintenance and/or any other repairs) for the purpose of maintaining vehicle in a safe operating condition.

1. Not later than the termination/resignation date employee must return all school district property such as bus keys cell phone and proxy card.

1. Assume other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Special Education.

This position description neither expresses nor implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent in this position. The employee will be required to follow any other job related instructions and perform other job related duties as requested by the immediate supervisor. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities as it relates to other employees.

Qualifications/Requirements: To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience and/or Certifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

1. Possession of a valid PA Drivers License with a CDL A or B endorsement.

1. School bus endorsement (S)

1. Passenger endorsement (P)

1. Maintain CDL credentials every 4 years

1. Successful experience as a School Bus Driver preferred.

1. Understanding of and commitment to confidentiality.

1. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate effectively with students parents school administrators and staff.

Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to students teachers and other employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Use reason when dealing with emotional topics

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others

• Support Services Awareness of and ability to manage difficult or emotional situations with students; Responds promptly to student needs and requests for assistance.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict not blaming; Maintains student confidentiality in accordance to ethical and legal obligations; Listens to others without interrupting; Remains open to others ideas

• Oral Communication Ability to communicate respectfully and constructively with students and staff and families where required. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

• Teamwork - Ability to participates in meetings as a member of the educational team where requested; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyones efforts to obtain student successes.

• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences of students families and staff; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment and a diverse workforce.

• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values

• Organizational Support - Follows District policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organizations goals and values; Communicates student matters promptly to the teacher or appropriate staff member

• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions

• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence

• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives consistent with student needs and teacher direction

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality; Completes work in timely manner

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; promptly reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Adapts to students needs as changed and as directed by teacher; Able to deal with frequent change delays or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently arrives at work and to appointments on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions by teachers in supporting instruction or student assistance takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands to finger handle or feel. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; climb or balance and stoop kneel crouch or crawl push pull or grasp. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Pass PennDOT medical exams

• Maintain all CDL/DOT medical clearances

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.

Terms of Employment: This is a 10-month position. Salary Schedules and benefits as described in the School District of Borough of Morrisville Educational Support Personnel Association employment contract.

Verification: Employee signature below constitutes the employee has read and understand the requirements essential functions and duties of this position.