Substitute Bus Driver
Job Summary
Substitute Bus Driver
2026-27 School Year
Posted 8/21/26
The Mary M. Knight School District is looking for Substitute Bus Drivers. No experience necessary training is available. The District also offers a paid CDL training program for those interested in learning how to drive a school bus.
The position is open until filled.
SALARY: $27.79 per hour
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Operate assigned school van/bus in a safe and legal manner consistent with district state county and federal regulations
- Read understand and follow all motor vehicles laws of the State of Washington all regulations and Washington State Laws for School Bus Drivers and the State of Washington School Bus Driver Handbook.
- Inspect the assigned school van/bus daily prior to each operation in accordance with state and district regulations and expectations
- Report any mechanical defects and safety hazards immediately
- Transport passengers to and from school or other school-related activities
- Maintain discipline on the bus consistent with district policies regulations and procedures
- Establish and maintain effective relationships with students district staff parents and community members
- Conduct post-trip inspection: verify that all passengers have departed close windows and refuel school bus
- Maintain and submit daily bus logs; maintain complete and submit all forms records and other reports as required
- Clean interior and exterior of vehicle according to department procedures and perform other such maintenance requirements as department procedure requires
- Assist passengers in exiting school bus through appropriate emergency exits during drills and in case of emergency
- Operate and maintain district vehicles and equipment as required; consequently insuring their safe and proper use protecting the interest of the district regarding pilferage loss theft or abuse of all district vehicles equipment and materials
- Obtain and maintain all licenses and certificates necessary to accomplish assigned duties and responsibilities
- Comply with district safety rules and regulations
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum of 21 (twenty-one) years of age
Possess a valid Washington State drivers license
Meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform duties
Minimum of 5 (five) years driving experience
Maintain valid CPR/First Aid card
WA State Background and fingerprints
Pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol test
The Mary M Knight School District No. 311 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex race creed religion color national origin age veteran or military status sexual orientation gender expression or identity disability or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts: and other designated youth groups.
Inquiries regarding compliance or complaints of alleged discrimination Civil Rights Compliance: Superintendent Matt Mallery . Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Principal Josh Stoney . Title IX Compliance Officer: Laurie Seymour . Tel #
Required Experience:
IC