School Bus Driver

School Bus Operator I (CDL)

Manchester School District is seeking qualified candidates for a substitute role of School Bus Operator I (CDL). Rate of Pay Substitute School Bus Operator I (CDL): $19.55/hour

A School Bus Operator II improves student achievement by transporting students safely to and from school and school-related activities. A School Bus Operator II ensures the non-CDL school bus (15 passengers or less) or multipurpose passenger vehicle (10 passengers or less) is in safe operating condition, manages student behavior and enforces rules, regulations, policies and laws to ensure students' safety during loading, transport and unloading. A Bus Driver II is responsible to abide by all the rules and regulations as provided by school policies and local, state and federal governmental agencies. A School Bus Operator II will work with students, parents, staff, colleagues and others in a courteous and respectful manner.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 18 years of age and have possessed a valid (regular) U.S. driver's license for a minimum of two years.
• Have a valid School Bus (S) Endorsement.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Hold or be willing to obtain basic first aid training and CPR certification.
• Willingness to participate in the Manchester School District Drug and Alcohol Program
• Pass all Criminal History Checks.
• Possess a USDOT Medical Examiner Certification
• Ability to listen and understand information.
• Ability to communicate information so others will understand it.
• Citizenship, residency or work Visa in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of school bus (15 passenger or less) driving experience.
• Familiarity with roadways within the City of Manchester, NH and surrounding communities

Specific Core Function:

• Operate a school bus safely and professionally.
• Pick up and deliver students as per set route and schedule.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Check bus seats and floor, including under seats, for students after each trip.
• Notify supervisor(s) immediately in case of mechanical failure or delay in more than five (5) minutes in scheduled deliveries or pickups; complete accurate reports as required.
• Report all crashes and/or on-board accidents and injuries immediately per protocol and promptly complete accurate reports and forms.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the school bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies using a variety of pupil management skills.
• Report student misconduct according to established procedure.
• Communicate with students, parents, staff and colleagues in a professional and courteous manner and present as a positive representative of the Manchester School District.
• Ensure the assigned bus is clean and fueled.
• Use two-way radio per established policies.
• Perform basic first aid as appropriate, including CPR.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Demonstrate high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information.
• Attend all scheduled training, in-service and safety meetings as required by the Manchester School District.
• Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, or disability.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.
• Perform and properly complete daily pre and post-trip inspections and duties.

Responsibilities of the Position:

• Perform and properly complete daily pre and post-trip inspections and duties.
• Ability to read, understand policies, procedures, and related information. Also provide and follow verbal, written, and demonstrated instructions, directions, and guidelines related to the job.
• Ability to write basic reports and general correspondence.
• Ability to interact appropriately with a diverse student population of children of different age groups.