Substitute Bus Driver

South Tama County Community School District Bus DriverThe purpose of this position is to support South Tama County Community School District's commitment to ensuring all students have access to a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. The bus driver provides safe, efficient, and reliable transportation while fostering a respectful and supportive atmosphere. This role contributes to positive relationships with students, families, and staff and supports the overall well-being of each student.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Follows all traffic laws and school bus safety regulationsMaintains appropriate student behavior; reports concerns to appropriate staffKeeps interior and exterior of assigned bus cleanConducts pre-trip inspections (fuel, fluids, mechanical condition); reports needed repairsNotifies appropriate personnel of mechanical failure, accidents, or delaysTransports authorized students; discharges students at approved stops onlyDemonstrates responsible leadership on field trips and out-of-district tripsCompletes and submits required reports, including accident reportsEnforces district policies regarding eating and smoking on the busAssists young and/or disabled students entering and exiting the busChecks bus after each route to ensure all students have exited and bus is securePerforms other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications:High school diploma or G.E.D.Meets State and District health requirementsHolds or is able to obtain a school bus driver's permitDemonstrates competence for assigned responsibilitiesOther qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Board