Substitute Bus Drivers

School Bus DriverTransport students safely to and from school and assist students while entering and exiting the bus. Responsible for following an assigned route and schedule in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus while adhering to traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and the precautions necessary to avoid accidents.High school diploma or GED.Three (3) years of successful automobile driving experience with a good driving record.Previous school bus driving experience, preferred.Knowledge of the local street and road system of Caroline County, preferredPossession of or ability to obtain a Maryland Class B Commercial Driver's License (air brake, passenger and school bus endorsements), or equivalent within the period of time specified by the pre-service training program.Ability to meet all pre-service training and pre-employment testing.Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 50 lbs.Must be able to sit for an extended period of time in the bus driver's seat, reach the steering wheel and pedals and wear the seat belt properly every day.Drive children to and from the various schools on assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule in a safe, proper, and courteous mannerAdhere to CCPS policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior and discipline.Interact positively with, gain respect of, and maintain discipline over student passengers to ensure that behavior is controlled and not distractive to safe drivingAdminister first aid as required, and contact appropriate administrators in case of serious injury or illness.Transport, supervise, and assist children with special learning needs and physical handicaps.Complete pre- and post-trip bus inspections and sweep, clean and refuel bus daily.Maintain a clean bus in good mechanical condition and report any mechanical defects or malfunctions.Complete records and reports relating to bus operations in a timely manner; compile and submit accident report information and report prolonged traffic delays.Plan, organize and implement vehicle evacuation drills.Respond to public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns in a polite and courteous manner.Attend all in-service and safety training meetings as required.Have excellent attendance and punctuality.Maintain a professional appearance.Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Transportation.Caroline County Public Schools prohibits discrimination in its educational programs, and in employment, on the basis of actual or perceived, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or disability. This prohibition pertains to enrollment in courses and program offerings, participation in school-sponsored activities, hiring, promotion, compensation, job classification, assignment, and all other functions and activities of the school system affecting either its student population or its employees.