School Bus Driver

Job Overview Under the direction of the Supervisor, Transportation, the successful candidate will drive a school bus to safely and efficiently transport students to and from school and related activities. The position requires regular safety inspections, compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and the ability to respond to emergency situations. Work Schedule These positions are 5‑6 hours per day (split shift) during the school year; 206 paid days. Location La Mesa‑Spring Valley School District, Education Service Center, 4750 Date Avenue, La Mesa, CA 91942 (Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io) Responsibilities Drive a school bus along a designated route; pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules. Observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes, and regulations. Assist students and passengers with loading and unloading from buses, including both normal transport and emergency situations; provide safe transport for medically fragile and special‑needs students. Communicate with District personnel, parents, and legal guardians to exchange information and resolve issues; respond to inquiries from students, parents, and staff regarding transportation services. Conduct required daily safety inspections of buses; inspect the interior, exterior, and engine to ensure safe operational condition; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as required; prepare and maintain related maintenance records. Determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid to passengers as needed. Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep, and clean buses; refuel, service, and prepare vehicle for operation. Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus and while waiting at bus stops in accordance with policies related to disciplining students; advise students and other passengers of appropriate behavior. Prepare related logs and reports as necessary including pre‑trip, field‑trip, accident, passenger incident, and inspection reports; maintain route, passenger misconduct, mileage, and student counts records. Transport students, faculty, and parents on field trips or other events; meet scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned. Utilize two‑way radios for bus‑to‑bus and bus‑to‑base communications. Qualifications Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. Required Certifications and Documents 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 the last 30 days (official documents only) Successful passage of the District’s job‑related proficiency test Completion of the FMCSA Clearinghouse background check for safety‑sensitive duties Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 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 maintain a safe discipline level among passengers Ability to follow designated routes and schedules Ability to operate a two‑way radio and maintain routine records Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions Benefits All new hires are offered advanced step salary placement to Step C: $25.50/hour. Equal Opportunity & Accommodations The La Mesa‑Spring Valley School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Board Policy 4030 prohibits unlawful discrimination and/or harassment of district employees and job applicants based on actual or perceived characteristics. Board Policy 4119.11 prohibits sexual harassment of district employees and job applicants. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons; advance notice is required. Call View phone number on click.appcast.io Ext. 6376 for arrangements. #J-18808-Ljbffr