Bus Driver (Substitute)

PLACERVILLE UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT CLASSIFIED JOB DESCRIPTION BUS DRIVER DEFINITION: Under general supervision, to operate a school bus over designated routes to transport school children; to assist in keeping assigned school bus in clean and safe condition; and to do related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: • Drives a school bus daily over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging school children. • Transports students and teachers on field trips to various locations, following District Policy. • Inspects bus prior to operation for safety purposes. • Keeps bus clean and reports mechanical defects. • Maintains order among school children on buses. • Follows established district policies and regulations regarding disciplining of children and contact with parents and other citizens. • Maintains daily records on assigned route and bus operation. • Observes the courtesy of the road, driving in a safe and prudent manner as determined by road conditions and weather. • Administers first aid to students. LICENSE: • Possession of an appropriate California operator’s license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles. • A Standard Red Cross First Aid Certificate and or CHP test equivalent • A California Highway Patrol permit to operate a school bus. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: • Safe driving practices. • First aid practices. • Provisions of the California Motor Vehicles Code and Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in transporting school children. Ability to: • Operate a school bus exercising good judgment and safety precautions. • Maintain order among children on a school bus. • Learn a designated bus route, bus stops, and District traffic hazards. • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions. • Maintain cooperative relationships with students, parents, and others. EXPERIENCE: One year of general driving experience. EDUCATION: A High School Diploma or equivalent.