Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver

To transport pupils in a safe and efficient manner and perform all activities related to the operation of the school bus.

Qualifications:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License with P and S endorsements
• Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board
• Ability to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and wellbeing and protect against vandalism
• Required criminal history background check, physical, Mantoux and proof of U.S. citizenship or resident alien status
• Compliance with drug and alcohol testing as required under board policy
• Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties

Responsibilities:

• Safety, maintenance and inspection requirements
• Conducts a pre-trip and post safety inspection of the bus and completes the school Bus Condition Report.
• Notifies Transportation Coordinator of any mechanical malfunctions and/or safety hazards.
• Performs interior bus cleaning duties daily, cleans windows and exterior as needed, refuels the vehicle, and checks oil daily.
• Participates in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with administrative code and board policy, and instructs passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules.
• Driving and safe bus operations
• Complies with all state and local laws and the regulations of the New Jersey State Board of Education governing the safe operation of a school bus.
• Adheres to established routes, designated bus stops and keeps to assigned time schedule.
• Transports only authorized pupils and ensure that all students have left the bus at the end of the route.
• Obeys all traffic laws and observes mandatory school bus safety regulations. Reports all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the principal and Transportation Coordinator and completes required reports.

Application procedure: Apply online. We do not accept paper resumes, applications, faxes or emails. You must complete the online application to be considered for the position.