School Bus Driver/Van Driver (Ocean Beach)

School Bus Driver/Van Driver (Ocean Beach) Starting Date: Immediately. The role is 40 hours per week on a school year schedule. Apply today, train this summer, and start in the fall. General Responsibilities Transport students with disabilities on "to and from school" routes. Salary School Bus Driver: $29.59 – $33.73 per hour. Substitute School Bus Driver: $27.41 – $27.95 per hour. Van Driver: $24.64 – $28.36 per hour. Essential Functions Operate a school bus in accordance with Washington state laws and district policies. Maintain accurate and legible records of daily bus logs and other required documents. Establish and maintain effective and cooperative communication with students, parents, school staff, peers, and supervisors. Supervise and maintain control of students. Participate in staff meetings, in‑service programs, workshops, and seminars. Drive school bus on scheduled routes and/or all trips and approved activities, both within and outside district boundaries. Inspect, clean, and request maintenance service for school bus and related equipment as required by district policy. Report unsafe acts or conditions that require attention of any person other than the driver. Read and interpret maps and street guides. Maintain regular attendance to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position. Other Functions Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Minimum age 21. One year experience as a driver of a truck or commercial vehicle or at least three years of experience as a driver of a passenger vehicle. Preferred Qualifications and Skills One year experience in transporting students with disabilities. Authorized Washington State school bus driver. Work or volunteer experience with preschool-12th grade children. Working Conditions Operates school bus under a variety of road conditions. Strength and ability to assist students with physical disabilities in embarking and disembarking a bus, including moving and positioning special needs equipment. Travel to school districts to cover routes. Regular attendance during scheduled work hours. Employment Requirements Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through Washington State Patrol and the FBI. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and a valid state class 'C' commercial driver's license with passenger and school bus endorsements and air brake restriction removed, according to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Part 391 regulations. Possess current Washington state school bus driver authorization (WAC 392‑144‑101). #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education