Substitute Bus Driver

Reports to:

Transportation Supervisor

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or General Education Degree
2. Hold a class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement
3. Meet the physical examination standards of the federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
4. Is twenty-one years of age or older
5. Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the Board
6. Ability to pass a physical agility test and prove ability to evacuate the bus, including the ability to move students
7. Pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug tests while employed
8. Must not be addicted to the use of intoxicants or narcotics
9. Have an excellent driving record
10. Ability to pass CPR and first aid courses
11. Knowledge of bus passenger safety and effective discipline procedures
12. Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and fill out appropriate reports.
13. Able to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and well-being and to protect against vandalism
14. Works well with students, staff, and parents
15. Awareness of and commitment to proper bus maintenance
16. Able to sit and occasionally required to walk or stand
17. Able to grasp tools and occasionally lift or move up the seventy-five pounds
18. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
19. Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

Goal:

To transport pupils in a safe and efficient manner and perform all activities related to the operation of the school bus.

Salary:

According to Parma School District Classified Salary Schedule.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform the prescribed pre-trip inspection prior to each trip.
2. Notify the transportation supervisor in writing, using approved forms when applicable, of any mechanical malfunctions, safety hazards, or necessary repairs.
3. Maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the bus, paying particular attention to windshields and mirrors.
4. Refuel the vehicle.
5. Adhere to established routes, designated bus stops, and the assigned schedule.
6. Obey all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to traffic regulations and school bus safety.
7. Stop at all railroad crossings and check visually and aurally that it is safe to cross before proceeding.
8. Report all bus accidents to local school authorities, and reports all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the building principal and transportation supervisor, and complete required reports.
9. If ticketed as a result of an accident or traffic stop by police, pay any fines and court costs and attend any driving safety classes ordered by a judge.
10. Refrain from using cell phones while the bus is turned on or in gear, either to receive calls or to make calls.
11. Report all information necessary for vehicles violating the “Stop Arm Law.”
12. Attend any required training and demonstrate driving proficiency.

Interacting with Students:

1. Transport only authorized pupils and ensure that all students have left the bus at the end of the route.
2. Abide by all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy when loading and unloading passengers.
3. Unload passengers seat by seat.
4. Maintain discipline on the bus and write up students that violate rules.
5. Require all students to remain seated when bus is in motion.
6. Do not allow students to consume soda, food, or gum on the bus.
7. Participate in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy and instruct passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules.

Other:

1. Maintain records as assigned by the transportation supervisor.
2. Abide by all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.
3. Know and follow school district policy and the chain of command.
4. Interact with students, parents, staff, and others in a positive manner.
5. Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and issues that may arise.
6. Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at in-services.
7. Seek assistance should emergencies arise.
8. Represent the school district in a positive manner.
9. Know and follow school district policy and chain of command.
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

Evaluation:

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the transportation supervisor in conformance with district policy and Idaho law and administrative rules.

Employment Terms:

This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will” and the employee is subject to discharge by the District at any time without cause. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right in the employee and such are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the District so long as employment continues.