Bus Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Bus Driver Marshall Public School District Job Description Position Title: Bus DriverDepartment: Transportation Reports To: Director of Transportation _____________________________________________________________________________SUMMARY: Bus Drivers accompany and supervise children on the bus as they ride to and from school. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned as needed) Assumes personal responsibility for obeying all traffic laws and for compliance with the regulations of the Department of Public Safety governing the operation of school buses. Assumes major responsibility for the safety of children on the bus conforming to safety regulations. Conducts a daily safety check of the bus. Cleans bus daily and washes at least monthly. Reports damages to the interior of the bus to the appropriate personnel. Assumes responsibility for sanitary condition of bus. Cleans bus daily and washes at least once monthly. Maintains discipline when students are on the bus. Reports behavior problems and student damage to the bus to the appropriate principal. Follows assigned schedule, arriving at school with students no earlier than necessary and discharging students only at authorized stops. Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness. Exercises responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips. Transports only authorized students. Reports all accidents and completes required reports. Enforces regulations against tobacco use and eating on the bus. Performs other duties as requested by the Transportation Director SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise children getting on and off the bus as well as while in transit. QUALIFICATIONS: At least 21 years of age. Possess a valid Class B, CDL Missouri driver's license with School bus endorsement Physical examination by a licensed Doctor of Medicine within 60 days prior to the date of employment. Minimum of two years' driving experience. No addiction to the use of alcohol or narcotic drugs.  EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Must be a high school graduate.  CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: CPR and first aid certification is mandatory and will be provided by employer.  TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine Month Year (180 days), Salary in accordance with board policy and contract. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually by Director of Transportation, or Superintendent.