Substitute Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Operates a school vehicle to provide authorized transportation services. Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the regular schedule. Pay: $23.60/hour

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of pre-service bus driver training program.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsements.
• Qualified to be covered by the district insurance carrier.
• Completes required ongoing training to maintain license and endorsements.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding/commitment to defensive driving practices and ability to deal with stressful traffic, weather conditions and passenger distractions.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self-discipline and a willingness to take on challenging tasks.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity.
• Accepts responsibility for personal decisions/conduct.
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results.

Physical Demands:

• Duties may require providing physical assistance to students.

Essential Functions:

• Provides safe and dependable conveyance of students.
• Complies with all Ohio Administrative Code pupil transportation operation and safety rules.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections.
• Checks safety equipment and first aid supplies.
• Reports equipment concerns and/or malfunctions in writing immediately.
• Assumes responsibility for the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Seeks advice when uncertain about product use, storage or disposal procedures.
• Follows health and safety regulations to clean up blood, body fluids/tissue, chemical spills, hazardous materials, mold, etc.
• Fuels the vehicle.
• Monitors fluid levels (e.g., oil, windshield washer, brake, transmission, etc.).
• Maintains established routes and schedules.
• Suggests route modifications that improve efficiency.
• Transports only authorized passengers.
• Reports road hazards or other problems that may impede district services.
• Practices defensive driving.
• Complies with all motor vehicle laws (e.g., speed limits, complete stops, etc.).
• Reports traffic citations, accidents, or property damage to the department supervisor.
• Attempts to identify and report vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations (e.g., failure to stop for flashing bus lights, passing in prohibited zones, etc.).
• The driver and bus aide/monitor work as a team on wheelchair lift vehicles to secure seat belts, wheelchairs and other mobility equipment.
• Loads and unloads students at assigned stops.
• Ensures passengers are seated before the vehicle moves.
• Communicates rules to students (i.e., expectations and consequences).
• Assumes full responsibility for controlling students on the bus.
• Keeps supervisors informed about behavior concerns.
• Provides assistance as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
• Follows district field trip procedures.
• Remains available to passengers during trips as instructed.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills that comply with current state standards.
• Participates in the district's bus safety program as directed.
• Promptly reports work-related injuries to a supervisor.
• Protects district property.
• Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies/equipment.
• Exemplifies professionalism.
• Fosters goodwill to enhance the district's public image.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Contributes to an effective working environment.
• Performs all aspects of the job.
• Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers.
• Keeps an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Respects privacy.
• Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Maintains open/effective communications.
• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers to policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives are unclear.
• Uses active listening/problem solving techniques.
• Respects diversity.
• Resolves issues tactfully.
• Pursues opportunities to enhance personal performance.
• Keeps current with professional standards associated with work duties.
• Updates personal skills as needed to use task-appropriate technology effectively.
• Takes precautions to protect student and staff safety.
• Helps supervisors manage risks.
• Implements effective pupil management procedures.
• Provides appropriate student supervision.
• Maintains high standards for appropriate conduct.
• Takes action to address harassment and/or aggressive behavior.
• Complies with administrative directives and federal/state laws when dealing with discrimination, inappropriate behavior, suspected child abuse or neglect.
• Manages student behavior using positive behavioral support techniques.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
• Helps implement workplace initiatives that advance organizational goals.

Working Conditions: Safety is essential to job performance. Employees must comply with applicable workplace safety regulations, health laws, and district protocols, if duties involve any of the following situations:

• Encounters with angry, rude and/or unpleasant individuals.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemicals, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noise, moving mechanical parts, odors and/or slippery/uneven surfaces.
• Exposure to blood-born pathogens and/or other communicable diseases.
• Exposure to weather conditions and/or temperature extremes.
• Extensive standing/sitting.
• Frequent balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, or reaching.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Working in or near vehicular traffic.
• Performing difficult tasks that require dexterity, physical strength and stamina.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Working at heights, in confined spaces and/or under diminished lighting.
• The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

The Southwest Licking Local School District is an equal opportunity employer.