School Bus Driver

School Bus DriverReports to: Business Manager / School Business AdministratorQualifications:Valid NJ CDL with "P" and "S" endorsementsExperience in school or school busing contractor setting preferredDemonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both orally and through written expressionMust complete required medical review and immunizations. Must be able to pass DOT mandated physical exam, pre-employment drug and alcohol tests, randomly administered drug and alcohol tests.Must pass required criminal history background checkProvide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident statusPossess basic technological skills as required by positionKnowledge of school bus pre and post trip requirements preferred.Job Goals:Provide and/or maintain an environment favorable to learning, personal growth, personal safety, and well-beingEstablish rapport with pupils, guide pupils so that they develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a foundation for continued growthMaintain positive and collaborative relationships with other staff members and members of the school community at largeSensitive to and respectful of the diverse backgrounds, characteristics, preferences, and beliefs of the members of the school communityPerformance Responsibilities:Responsible for the safety and well-being of studentsUphold and enforce school rules, Board policies, and federal and state lawCommunicate professionally within the school communityFollows directions and seeks clarification from the school transportation officeObserve all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.Maintain safety precautions when students are boarding and departing the bus. Drive with the safety of students as first priority. Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.Maintains order on vehicles transporting students. This may include students with learning, physical, or emotional disabilities.Conduct pre-trip and post trip inspections of the school bus. Report bus defects to the school transportation office.Ensures safety of all students by having students remain in seats while vehicle is in transit. Maintain appropriate student management and report student incidents to the transportation office.Maintain school vehicles and perform bus housekeeping duties as needed.Establishes rapport and maintains respectful relationships with studentsDemonstrates ability to communicate with and respond to students' families as appropriateDemonstrates ability to maintain positive working relationships with colleaguesPresents a professional appearanceMaintains regular attendance so as to ensure continuity of instruction and/or operation of school districtPerform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent and/or his/her designeesEnvironmental Demands:Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditionsExposure to both heated/air conditioned and non-climate controlled environmentsExposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipmentPotential exposure to a variety of childhood and adult illnessesExposure to a workplace that is usually quiet, but can be noisy at timesTerms of Employment: HourlySalary: $27 per hourEvaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with state law and the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluationDate Adopted: November 21st, 2022