Classified - Activity Bus Driver

Classified - Activity Bus Driver

Crete Public Schools Crete Public Schools - Crete, Nebraska Open in Google Maps

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• Job : 4850931
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: May 30, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 6, 2025

• Position Title: Activity Bus Driver
• Job #: 1772
• Assignment: District
• Reports to: Director of Transportation
• Activity Pay: $25 per hour; includes drive and sit time
• Activity Stipend: $100 per 10 activities driven

Crete Public Schools is seeking applications for Activity Bus Drivers to begin with the  school year. This position is an on‑call / as needed position for driving activity trips as they are needed. This position is considered open until filled.

• High School degree or GED
• Must maintain an unrestricted motor vehicle operator's license, a school bus permit as required by state and federal laws, and a satisfactory driving record that meets requirements of Board policy.
• No history of child abuse or negligence
• Works well on a team with various personalities
• High degree of flexibility and adaptability
• High level of professionalism and interpersonal skills

• Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Check the condition of vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order (pre- and post-inspections).
• Maintain order among students during trips to ensure safety.
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, and student behavior.
• Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
• Escort small children across roads and highways if a responsible adult remains in the vehicle.
• Make minor repairs to vehicles.
• Perform first aid as necessary for the purpose of meeting the immediate health care needs of passengers.
• Adhere to the transportation regulations of the Nebraska Department of Education.
• Compliance with all Department of Transportation standards.
• Serve as a role model to all students.
• Serve as a positive member of the community in a way that does not negatively affect the District's reputation or image in the community.
• Refrain from engaging in conduct that interferes with the operations of the District, including the education of students.
• Develop and maintain a positive and professional working relationship with other staff and administration.
• Adhere to all District policies, rules, regulations, and supervisory directives.
• Maintain confidentiality of information concerning staff, students, and parents in accordance with law and District rules.
• Adhere to the code of ethics of the District and the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE Rule 27).

Perform other tasks or duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Non-exempt.

This position is an “at-will” position and may be terminated, with or without cause, at any time at the sole discretion of the Superintendent or Superintendent’s designee.

The essential functions of the Bus Driver position include: (1) regular, dependable in-person attendance on the job; (2) the ability to perform the identified tasks and performance responsibilities which require effective teaching and communication skills; and (3) the ability to perform the following identified physical requirements.

Physical Requirements of Bus Driver

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