Substitute On-Call School Bus Driver

• Safely operate a school bus or other assigned district vehicle on routes or transportation assignments provided by GCCS.
• Provide substitute coverage for regular morning and afternoon routes as needed.
• Transport students for field trips athletic events extracurricular activities and other approved school activities when assigned.
• Follow assigned routes schedules stops and transportation instructions.
• Safely load and unload students at designated locations using required safety procedures warning systems and signals.
• Maintain appropriate student conduct and a safe orderly environment while students are being transported.
• Conduct required student checks at the conclusion of each route or transportation assignment.

• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections before and after operating an assigned vehicle.
• Ensure required safety equipment is present and functioning properly.
• Immediately report mechanical problems damage safety concerns or other vehicle issues to Transportation leadership.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in a safe and orderly condition.

• Maintain required records including inspection documentation mileage time worked route information and incident or accident reports.
• Comply with applicable DESE Missouri Department of Revenue FMCSA and GCCS transportation requirements.
• Maintain all licenses endorsements medical certifications and other credentials required to operate a school bus.
• Comply with applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements and GCCS safety procedures.
• Follow district procedures regarding student confidentiality and transportation records.

• Maintain reasonable communication with the Transportation Department regarding availability for substitute assignments.
• Respond promptly to requests for transportation coverage when available.
• Report to assigned locations on time and prepared to safely complete the transportation assignment.
• Review route information and special instructions before beginning an unfamiliar assignment.
• Notify Transportation leadership as soon as possible if unable to complete an accepted assignment.

Important: Acceptance of individual assignments is based on district transportation needs and the substitute drivers availability. Employment in this position does not guarantee a minimum number of assignments or hours.

Emergency Preparedness

• Follow established accident emergency student evacuation and severe-weather procedures.
• Immediately communicate accidents significant delays student safety concerns or emergencies to appropriate GCCS personnel.
• Remain familiar with emergency equipment and evacuation procedures for vehicles being operated.

• Maintain professional and courteous communication with students families school personnel Transportation staff and members of the public.
• Report student behavior concerns transportation issues and safety concerns through established district procedures.
• Represent GCCS professionally while operating district vehicles and interacting with the community.

• Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned in support of safe and efficient student transportation.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous school bus driving commercial driving or large-vehicle driving experience preferred.
• Experience working with school-age children is desirable.

• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with required Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Compliance with applicable Missouri school bus driver licensing and qualification requirements.
• Current medical/physical certification as required for the position.
• Successful completion of required criminal background checks and fingerprinting.
• Compliance with applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Completion of required school bus driver training and annual training requirements.

Continued employment and eligibility for substitute assignments are contingent upon maintaining all required credentials and qualifications.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated safe and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to safely operate different buses or transportation vehicles within the drivers qualifications.
• Ability to learn and follow unfamiliar routes and transportation instructions.
• Ability to maintain appropriate student behavior and respond calmly to student or transportation concerns.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable and punctual when accepting an assignment.
• Ability to respond appropriately during emergencies.
• Ability to work independently while following GCCS transportation policies and procedures.

This is an on-call as-needed position with variable hours and no guaranteed schedule or minimum number of hours. Assignments may include early mornings afternoons evenings or other times depending on district transportation needs.

The position requires extended periods of sitting and driving frequent interaction with students and exposure to changing weather traffic noise and road conditions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to enter and exit the vehicle safely.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds at a time.
• Ability to perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Ability to operate vehicle controls and safety equipment.
• Ability to assist students with boarding or exiting the vehicle when necessary and appropriate.
• Ability to respond to emergencies and participate in student evacuation procedures.
• Ability to perform other physical activities necessary to safely fulfill assigned transportation responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation.

Please complete an online application at: should provide applicable employment history and current drivers license endorsements and certifications as requested during the application and hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage applications from women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race color religion gender national origin age disability genetic information sexual orientation or veteran status. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forward complaints or participate in investigations of discrimination.