Bus Driver

School Bus DriverProvides for the safe, efficient, and courteous transportation of students. Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about bus activities and emerging issues.Essential Functions:Operates the bus according to all motor vehicle laws (e.g., speed limits, complete stops, etc.). Practices defensive driving techniques.Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.Promotes a favorable image of the school district.Provides dependable service. Maintains established routes and time schedules. Note: Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the bus schedule.Transports only authorized passengers. Picks up and unloads students only at approved stops. Helps keep route sheets up-to-date. Offers routing suggestions.Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections. Checks fire, emergency equipment, and first aid supplies. Prepares written inspection reports.Offers help when students ask for or their behavior suggests they need assistance. Allows students to seek their highest degree of independence.Supervises bus loading and unloading procedures.Operates the wheelchair lift on accessible buses. Ensures that wheelchairs are properly secured before the bus starts.Inspects harnesses, restraints, and other safety devices. Immediately corrects or reports unsafe conditions and/or defective equipment.Anticipates and is prepared to offer assistance when aware of passengers with medical or other health considerations.Monitors student behavior. Enforces safety regulations. Maintains high standards for student conduct. Upholds the student conduct code.Promotes the proper use of school property. Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns to the building principal. Prepares disciplinary notices as required.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of all traffic laws, regulations, road signs and related information.Manual dexterity sufficient to operate the bus, conduct pre-trip inspections, and clean the bus.Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Effective organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.Ability to learn and comprehend information from procedures manuals and other materials.Ability to comprehend and follow traffic signs required.Ability to physically move through the bus, center and classrooms.Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure and in cases of accidents or other emergencies.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.Carries out prescribed activities efficiently with limited supervision.Communicates effectively using verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.Lifts, carries, and/or moves work-related supplies and equipment.Climbs and works from a ladder or other equipment that requires balancing skills.Works in confined spaces that may limit physical movement.Performs activities that require lifting, reaching, crouching, kneeling, and/or crawling.Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.Travels to meetings and work assignments.Qualifications Profile:High School Diploma.Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).Documented evidence of a clear criminal record.Meets qualifications defined in the current Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Pupil Transportation Operation & Safety Rules, and school board policy.Completion of the Ohio Pre-Service School Bus Driver Training Program.Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with a school bus endorsement and a satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.Meets all prerequisite requirements of the district's insurance underwriter.Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug test results.Physical ability to operate the school bus.Ability to physically manage students with disabilities.Ability to anticipate and deal with stressful traffic and weather conditions.Demonstrates maturity and the ability to work with students and their families.Prior school bus driving experience is desirable.