BUS DRIVER

Bus Driver

School District 170 Chicago Heights, Illinois

Qualifications: Must hold a clean Class 3 driver's license with a bus endorsement. A Criminal Records Check will be required.

Job Summary: The Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating the school bus according to a set daily schedule. He/she must ensure that the school bus is in good operating condition at all times, pick-up and drop-off students as per the schedule, maintain order and security on the bus and obey all laws, regulations and rules of conduct. The Bus Driver must also deal with residents and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and levels of quality of service. The Bus Driver must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner. It is crucial for the Bus Driver to operate the school bus in a safe manner. Failure to ensure the safe passage of students to and from school may result in the loss of life, which would have tragic consequences for the community as a whole.

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor and other administrators.

Supervises: Bus assistant, if applicable.

Terms of Employment: Salary, benefits and work year to be established by the Board of Education.

Responsibilities:

• Operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage or loss of life.
• Maintain schedules and maintain order on the school bus.
• Perform other related duties.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of highway and school bus regulations
• Knowledge of how to deal with children
• Knowledge of how to deal with children with special needs
• Knowledge of scheduling system and procedures
• Knowledge of record keeping
• Knowledge of equipment cleaning standards and procedures
• Ability to operate school bus in a safe and responsible manner
• Client service and public interaction skills
• Team building
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to read and write to record pick-ups and maintain daily records
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills
• Be honest and trustworthy
• Be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner

Working Conditions:

Physical Demands: The Bus Driver has a moderately strenuous job. The Bus Driver must sit for long periods and requires intense concentration, particularly in poor driving conditions.

Environmental Conditions: The Bus Driver must work in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat.

Mental Demands: The Bus Driver must maintain order and discipline on the bus while driving in a safe and appropriate manner. Stress can be caused by the need to address behavior issues and discipline problems.