Substitute​/On-Call School Bus Driver

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools DISTRICT - Kansas City, Missouri Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5961713

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Substitute / On-Call School Bus Driver

Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) serves more than 1,600 students from PreK-12 and is a free, open-enrollment public charter school system located in Kansas City, Missouri. Our network includes Guadalupe Centers Elementary School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers High School.

GCCS grew out of Guadalupe Centers' educational programs - part of the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the United States since 1919. Our deep community roots shape our mission: to prepare all students academically, socially, and emotionally for college, career, and life success.

Summary

The Substitute / On-Call School Bus Driver provides safe and reliable student transportation on an as-needed basis when regular drivers are unavailable or when additional transportation coverage is required.

This position does not have a guaranteed daily route or regular schedule. Substitute drivers may be contacted to cover morning or afternoon routes, field trips, athletic events, special activities, or other transportation needs. Assignments may occasionally be offered on short notice based on district needs and driver availability.

The Substitute School Bus Driver is responsible for operating GCCS vehicles safely and in accordance with applicable Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) requirements, state and federal laws, and GCCS policies and procedures.

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Position Type: Substitute / On-Call / As Needed

Schedule: Variable; no guaranteed hours

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Safe Student Transportation

• Safely operate a school bus or other assigned district vehicle on routes or transportation assignments provided by GCCS.
• Provide substitute coverage for regular morning and afternoon routes as needed.
• Transport students for field trips, athletic events, extracurricular activities, and other approved school activities when assigned.
• Follow assigned routes, schedules, stops, and transportation instructions.
• Safely load and unload students at designated locations using required safety procedures, warning systems, and signals.
• Maintain appropriate student conduct and a safe, orderly environment while students are being transported.
• Conduct required student checks at the conclusion of each route or transportation assignment.

Vehicle Inspection and Safe ty

• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip inspections before and after operating an assigned vehicle.
• Ensure required safety equipment is present and functioning properly.
• Immediately report mechanical problems, damage, safety concerns, or other vehicle issues to Transportation leadership.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in a safe and orderly condition.

Compliance and Documentation

• Maintain required records, including inspection documentation, mileage, time worked, route information, and incident or accident reports.
• Comply with applicable DESE, Missouri Department of Revenue, FMCSA, and GCCS transportation requirements.
• Maintain all licenses, endorsements, medical certifications, and other credentials required to operate a school bus.
• Comply with applicable drug and alcohol testing requirements and GCCS safety procedures.
• Follow district procedures regarding student confidentiality and transportation records.

On-Call Availability

• Maintain reasonable communication with the Transportation Department regarding availability for substitute assignments.
• Respond promptly to requests for transportation coverage when available.
• Report to assigned locations on time and prepared to safely complete the transportation assignment.
• Review route information and special instructions before beginning an unfamiliar assignment.
• Notify Transportation leadership as soon as possible if unable to complete an accepted assignment.

Important: Acceptance of individual assignments is based on district transportation needs and the substitute driver's availability. Employment in this position does not guarantee a minimum number of assignments or hours.

Emergency Preparedness

• Follow established accident, emergency, student evacuation, and severe-weather procedures.
• Immediately…