What are the responsibilities and job description for the 6.2025 - Classified - School Bus Driver position at Kearney Public Schools?
Qualifications
At Will Employment: Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.
It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.
The Kearney Public School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Sex, Disability, Race (including Skin Color, Hair Texture And Protective Hairstyles), Color, Religion, Veteran Status, National Or Ethnic Origin, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Childbirth Or Related Medical Condition, Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity, Or Other Protected Status In Its Programs And Activities And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Following Person Has Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Non-discrimination Policies
Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 -
Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources
Kearney Public Schools
320 West 24th Street
Kearney, NE 68845
308-698-8011
melherrmann@kearneycats.com
- Education: Minimum of a High School diploma or equivalency preferred.
- Must possess or able to obtain a valid Nebraska CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements.
- Must possess a good driving record.
- Must have a positive attitude and be teamwork oriented.
- Saturdays and Sunday availability helpful but not required.
- Must be physically able to respond to emergency situations that could potentially occur while driving.
- Must be dependable and reliable.
- Must be able to interact professionally and calmly with students and families.
- Drives routes at regularly assigned times.
- Ensures the safety of students by maintaining a safe environment on the bus and monitoring the safety of bus stop locations.
- Reports to the bus barn 30 minutes before assigned depart times to complete pre-trip safety inspections of the bus and/or small vehicle.
- Understands and follows all rules and regulations for bussing as set forth by the State of Nebraska and the Board of Education.
- Keeps the interior of the bus clean.
- Monitors safety supplies in and on all special education vehicles.
- Emergency Response Checklist
- First Aid
- Insurance card and registration
- Ensures that only registered and approved students and staff ride in the vehicle.
- Informs the Transportation Director of any accidents or traffic violations immediately.
- Exercises sound judgment and maintains good public relations with parents, students, and staff.
- Accepts responsibility.
- Proficient in written and oral communication.
- Works well with children and adults.
At Will Employment: Employment with the Kearney Public School district is not for any period of time, and employment may be terminated at any time at the convenience of the terminating party, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Employment with the school district is not governed by any express or implied contract of employment.
It is the policy of the Kearney Public Schools not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, veteran status, marital status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, genetic information, or other protected conditions, in its educational programs, activities, or employment policies. Persons requiring accommodations to apply and/or be considered for positions are asked to make their request to the Director of Human Resources.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION
The Kearney Public School District hereby gives this statement of compliance and intends to comply with all state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination. This school district intends to take any necessary measures to assure compliance with such laws against any prohibited form of discrimination.
The Kearney Public School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Sex, Disability, Race (including Skin Color, Hair Texture And Protective Hairstyles), Color, Religion, Veteran Status, National Or Ethnic Origin, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Childbirth Or Related Medical Condition, Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity, Or Other Protected Status In Its Programs And Activities And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Following Person Has Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Non-discrimination Policies
Title IX, Title II, Title VI & Section 504 -
Melissa Herrmann, Director of human Resources
Kearney Public Schools
320 West 24th Street
Kearney, NE 68845
308-698-8011
melherrmann@kearneycats.com