Substitute Bus Driver

Position Type:
Classified Employee/Substitute Bus Driver

Date Posted:
7/9/2026

Location:
Castle Rock S.D. Transportation Dept.

Date Available:
08/31/2026

Closing Date:
09/30/2026
Castle Rock School District would like to announce the opening of Substitute School Bus Driver positions for the 2026-27 school year . The successful candidate must meet and continue to meet minimum requirements pursuant to WAC 180-20-101 (Initial requirements for school bus drivers).


If you would like to be considered for this position, please complete all application materials at


General Responsibilities:
Under the general direction of the transportation supervisor, provides the safest and most expedient transportation services
For students and staff.

Essential Functions:

1. Safely drive any school bus and other fleet vehicles for daily to and from school routes, extra-curricular or athletic events, special education and/or other routes as directed.
2. Conduct pre- and post-trip safety inspections reporting all defects to supervisor/designee in writing.
3. Checks engine oil, coolant level and accessory drive belts prior to starting a cold engine and reports any deficiencies to the supervisor and/or mechanic.
4. Safely performs all tasks necessary to drive in adverse weather conditions i.e. ice, snow, high winds, high water, fog, rain, etc.
5. Trains all passengers in emergency procedures.
6. Assist in the loading/unloading of students with disabilities and others as needed.
7. Shows responsibility for the safety of all passengers by maintaining discipline and control.
8. Safely keeps to assigned time schedule
9. Maintain a safe driving record as described in the Commercial Drivers License (CDL) guide.
10. Responds quickly, physically and mentally, to fast changing and emergency conditions.
11. Performs necessary janitorial functions as directed.
12. Safely disposes of body fluids including blood, vomit, etc.
13. Immediately reports in writing all accidents involving self, vehicles, equipment and passengers.
14. Obeys all traffic laws and safety regulations for buses and fleet vehicles.
15. Maintains a record of regular attendance, arrives and departs at specified times and notifies appropriate personnel when they must be absent.

Other Functions:

1. Perform related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. A high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Demonstrated ability to work within a team concept.
3. Demonstrated organizational skills and commitment to follow through on tasks without direct supervision.
4. A positive attitude toward children and their families.
5. Effective interpersonal skills.
6. Effective oral and written communication skills.
7. Criminal history fingerprint clearance through Washington State Patrol and FBI at employees expense.
8. Valid Washington State driver's license, CDL Class B and passenger endorsement with air brake restriction removed, and OSPI certification for driving school buses.
9. Valid First Aid Card.
10. Must be able to pass Department of Transportation physical as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Recent successful school bus driving experience.
2. Demonstrated ability to relate to supervisors/administrators.

Rate of Pay $26.59

The Castle Rock School District #401 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability; and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code.

The following employees have been designated to handle questions, complaints or inquiries regarding our non-discrimination policies:

• Bryan Keatley, Director of Operations, Title IX Coordinator (600 Huntington Ave. S., Castle Rock, WA. 98674; View phone number on click.appcast.io; email View email address on click.appcast.io)
• Jeanne Foster, Director of Student Services, Section 504 & ADA Coordinator (600 Huntington Ave. S., Castle Rock, WA. 98674; View phone number on click.appcast.io; email View email address on click.appcast.io)
• Bryan Keatley, Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator (600 Huntington Ave. S., Castle Rock, WA. 98674; View phone number on click.appcast.io; email View email address on click.appcast.io)

Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR).