SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVERS

TITLE: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER (SUBSTITUTE)

PRIMARY FUNCTION:
Transport students safely, efficiently and economically to and from school on an as-needed basis and to extracurricular events on a non-regular basis.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency preferred.
• At least three references attesting to the applicant’s ability, character, and personal qualifications.
• Meet school bus driver certification requirements:
• Minimum hours of instruction.
• Satisfactorily pass knowledge examination.
• Meet state requirements for appropriate licensing.
• Meet state physical examination requirements.
• Meet local or state standards for driving test.
• Meet local or state standards for driver record check.
• Successful completion of the National Red Cross First Aid Course, or complete within six months.
• Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students.
• Ability to operate radio communication when necessary.

REPORTS TO:
Director of Transportation and Student Activities.
Each driver shall be directly responsible to the principals of the schools he or she serves on matters related to student discipline and patron relations.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct pre-trip inspection of school bus prior to every trip for defects.
• Use established routes and designated bus stops.
• Operate bus on approved time schedule.
• Report bus accidents and student injuries to authorities.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with division regulations.
• Instruct riders regarding being responsible passengers.
• Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
• Drive with safety of students as first priority.
• Report personal absences in time for supervisor to secure substitute driver.
• Perform bus housekeeping duties inside and out.
• Make sure gas tank and oil are filled regularly.
• Report bus defects to supervisor.
• Establish favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students, and principals.
• Exhibit positive image as a representative of the school division.
• Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state, and federal authorities.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state laws and local ordinances.
• Deal with exuberant behavioral characteristics of youthful riders.
• Administer disciplinary procedures in keeping with school board policies and administrative regulations.
• Be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies, disabled vehicles and irregular special requests by parent of riders.
• Comply with dress code.
• Must observe the Bristol Virginia School Board Alcohol and Controlled Substances Policy for CDL operators.
• Perform any other specific and reasonable duties as shall be requested by appropriate supervisors.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
As per statement of employment for non-certificated personnel.

EVALUATION:
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and regulations on evaluation of personnel.

Revised: by the Superintendent of Schools on October 29, 2025.