School Bus Driver

Job Title: School Bus Driver

La Mesa-Spring Valley School District

Salary: $25.50 - $29.51 Hourly

Location: LMSV Schools Operations Center, Spring Valley, CA

Job Type: Regular Part Time

Job Number: 2627-01

Department: Transportation

Opening Date: 07/01/2026

Closing Date: 8/31/2026 at 4:30 PM Pacific Time (US & Canada); Tijuana

Job Summary & Examination Date

Dual-Merged (2627-01) *******If you do not currently possess the required licensure for School Bus Driver, but you are interested in training to become a School Bus Driver with our district, please apply for our School Bus Driver Trainee position.******** To apply for Substitute School Bus Attendant & School Bus Driver Position, click here. All new hires are being offered advanced step salary placement to Step C: $25.50/hour.

Under the direction of the Supervisor, Transportation, drives a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated route; assures safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses; performs regular safety inspections.

An examination will be given to establish an eligibility list for the position of School Bus Driver in order to fill current and future vacancies. The eligibility list will be effective for one year. These positions are 5-6 hours/day (split shift) during the school year; 206 paid days. Applications will be accepted on a continual basis. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application; however, applicants may submit resumes along with the completed online application.

YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE CONSIDERED INCOMPLETE WITHOUT THE FOLLOWING ATTACHMENTS: California School Bus Driver's Certificate, Valid California Class B Driver License with P/S endorsements, Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency, Medical Examiner's Certificate, K-4 report (issued within last 30 days - online documents are not considered official and will not be accepted)

All completed application materials will be reviewed to determine if each applicant meets the stated qualifications for the position. Applicants should take note that possession of the stated qualifications is not necessarily a guarantee of further advancement in the hiring process. Based upon the information provided in the application materials, the most qualified applicants will be invited to a written merit exam.

Examples of Duties

Administer basic first aid and CPR as needed. Assists students and other passengers by providing safe loading and unloading from buses including both normal transport and emergency situations; safely transports and assists medically fragile and students with special needs. Communicates with District personnel, parents and legal guardians to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns; responds to inquiries from students, parents, and staff regarding transportation services. Conducts required daily safety inspections of buses; inspects the interior, exterior and engine of buses to assure safe operational condition; reports mechanical malfunctions or other problems as required; prepares and maintains related maintenance records. Determines appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administers first aid to passengers as needed. Drives a school bus along a designated route; picks up and discharges students in accordance with time schedules; observes legal and defensive driving practices; assures compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations. Maintains buses in a clean and safe operating condition; washes, sweeps and cleans buses; refuels, services and prepares vehicle for operation. Maintains order and discipline among passengers on the bus and while waiting at bus stops in accordance with policies related to disciplining students; advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior. Prepares related logs and reports as necessary including pre-trip, field trips, accident, passenger incident and inspection reports; maintains route, passenger misconduct, mileage and student counts records. Transports students, faculty and parents on field trips or other events; meets scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned. Utilizes two-way radios for bus to bus and bus to base communications.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Successful passage of the District's job-related proficiency test. California School Bus Driver's Certificate, Valid California Class B Driver License with P/S endorsements, Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency, Medical Examiner's Certificate, K-4 report (issued within last 30 days - online documents are not considered official and will not be accepted)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE OF: Safe and defensive driving practices. Proper operations of school buses. Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations. Basic first aid, CPR & AED procedures. Basic record-keeping techniques. Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. Health and safety regulations. Oral and written communication skills. ABILITY TO: Drive a school bus safely and efficiently. Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on buses. Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers. Observe legal and defensive driving practices. Learn and follow designated routes. Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition. Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance. Administer first aid. Maintain routine records. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively with others Meet schedules and time lines. Operate a two-way radio.

Benefits

The District provides excellent benefits for permanent employees who work 20 or more hours per week, including:

1. Medical: Choice of VEBA (Kaiser or United Health Care)

2. Dental: Delta Dental or Delta Care HMO (District-paid for employee only)

3. Life: Life ($50,000) and Accidental Death & Dismemberment ($50,000). Also includes MEDEX Travel Assistance (for medical care situations 100 miles from home or international trips up to 90 days; with some exclusions)

4. Vacation: (10+); Sick (9.50+ days per year) - vacation/sick accumulation days increase with years of service

5. Employee Assistance Program: (at no cost to employee): through San Diego County EAP

6. VEBA Optum Health: Employee assistance program * Note: Benefits are subject to change.

Voluntary Plans:

-Dependent life insurance coverage

-Disability plans through American Fidelity

-Vision: VSP Vision Care $10.20/monthly paid by employee

-403(b) Retirement

-MetLaw prepaid legal through Hyatt Legal Plans

In addition:

- Bargaining unit eligible employees may elect to become a CSEA member.

- Employees working 20 hours per week or more are enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system.

2026 Benefits Rates (Download PDF reader)