2026-2027 School Van Driver (Regular and Substitute)

School Bus Driver

Basic Function: To provide safe and efficient transportation that will enable students to enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the district's curriculum and extracurricular programs.

Essential Functions:

• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.
• Report undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Keep to assigned schedule.
• Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects.
• Notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district trips.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Report all accidents and complete required reports.
• Enforce regulations against smoking on the bus.
• Demonstrate organization and professionalism in fulfilling the responsibilities of the job.
• Greet all students, faculty, staff, and visitors courteously.
• Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Cooperate with and work in a courteous manner with co-workers and other personnel.
• Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward school, students, and job and communicate the same to the community.
• Accept constructive criticism and suggestions and seek to improve each performance responsibility.
• Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.

Specifications/Qualifications:

• Possess a valid Iowa driver's license and hold a safe driving record.
• Possess a current DOT physical.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Exposure to diesel and automotive fumes.
• Make driving decisions that greatly impact their passengers.
• Must keep control of the vehicle and keep pace with traffic.
• May be exposed to contaminants and the diseases and infections carried by school children.
• May be exposed to hazardous driving conditions.
• Work within several inches of passengers that require assistance boarding.