Substitute Bus Drivers

Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute bus driver opportunities offer great flexibility for those who desire part-time work (approximately 4.5 hours/day). Substitute employment often leads to regular employment, which offers a full benefits package for part-time work.

Please note the following requirements which must be completed prior to being hired as a substitute driver.

Training:

Selected applicants will be offered training through Winchester Public Schools, which includes the following:

• Classroom instruction - The next training date is to be determined.
• Behind-the-wheel instruction - Follows successful completion of classroom instruction.

Employment Requirements:

• Obtain a CDL learner's permit prior to the start of classroom instruction. A permit with the following classification and endorsements is required prior to the start of behind-the-wheel training:
• Class B
• Air brakes – vehicle equipped with air brakes
• School bus – S
• Passenger - P
• Submit current driving record that reflects the following:
• 0-5 safe driving points
• No DUI record within the past 5 years and no more than 2 moving violations within 1 year
• Successful completion of criminal record and background check
• Able to pass required school bus physical and pre-employment drug test
• Able to safely operate all busses in the WPS fleet

Pay:

During training, the pay rate is $17.00 per hour. Upon completion of training requirements, pay is $23.69 per hour, step 1 of the bus driver scale. The daily work schedule averages 4 ½ hours per day, as needed.