School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

This position is a nine month employee (with summer possibilities) Education/Experience: High School diploma or equivalent required Essential Job Functions: Operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life. Dependable attendance is an essential function for this position Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals. Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures. Maintain schedules and maintain order on the School Bus. Follow all district transportation protocols and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor. Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored. Ability to work well with students including students with special needs. Ability to work well with students with mild to severe disabilities, physical and/or emotional needs. Be comfortable securing small children in child safety securement systems. Open to ongoing professional development. Complete First Aid & CPR training (provided by district) Physical Demands: Ability to work in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. Climbing up to 3 foot height up to six times a day. Reaching arms distance multiple times a day, walking up to 30 minutes a day on distance up to 100 feet at a time. Sitting five hours per day on a cushioned bus seat while operating school bus. Hearing and speaking to exchange information; seeing to perform assigned duties; sitting for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate bus; kneeling, bending at the waist, and reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally to perform assigned duties; lifting heavy children in and out of restricted spaces. Reports to: Director of Transportation Work Schedule (Approximately): Monday - Friday (on student attendance days - 9 months) 6:30 am - 9:00 am and 2:15 pm - 4:15 pm Starting Pay: $26.79/hour. 7 hours per day guaranteed! You may be asked to work recess duty or in a school cafeteria to meet the 7 hour guarantee. Benefits Include: Medical (employer covers 94 - 100% depending on choice) Vision Basic Term Life Insurance Sick and Personal Days Selection Procedure: Administrators review submitted applications on a regular basis and contact potential candidates for interviews.