Arlington Bus Driver - Substitute

School Bus Driver

This position is "Open Until Filled" Guarantee 4 hrs a Day Full Benefits

Job Purpose Statement/s: The position of bus driver operates school buses and/or other District vehicles to transport students to and from school and related activities in a safe, timely, and economical manner.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing school transportation
• Knowledge of safe driving techniques and motor vehicle laws.
• Full knowledge of rules and regulations outlined in the current ODE Transportation Manual
• Knowledge of the basic operation of a school
• Knowledge of proper procedures to follow in case of an emergency.
• Knowledge of communication and behavior management techniques to effectively interact with students
• Ability to successfully complete classroom and on-the-road vehicle operation training and defensive driving training.
• Must hold a current recognized first aid card under ORS 342.664 (2).

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License and maintains an insurable status for automobile liability coverage
• Successfully pass district background screening
• Ability to possess and maintain a driving record that conforms to the requirements of the State Department of Education for the issue of a School Bus Driver's Certificate
• Possess and maintain an appropriate and valid Oregon Class B Commercial Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, as certified by a physician.

Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described within this job description