Substitute Bus Driver

Job Summary

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, pick up and discharge students; provide safe & efficient transportation for district students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and maintenance of the vehicle; assist in loading/unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

• Drive a school bus over designated routes and time schedules in compliance with the State regulations.
• Pickup and discharge students at established bus stops, reporting any safety incidents.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintenance, including cleaning, checking fuel, oil, water, brakes, lights, and doors, and report mechanical defects.
• Maintain order and discipline on the bus and manage interactions with students, parents, school officials, and the public.
• Execute emergency evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically and mentally handicapped children, including lifting and securing wheelchairs.
• Observe all applicable local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean the bus exterior and interior, removing debris and sweeping/mopping the floor.
• Maintain records of vehicle maintenance, mileage, and number of children transported; prepare conduct, incident, and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings.
• Utilize a two‑way radio for bus‑to‑bus and bus‑to‑base communication.
• Perform first‑aid duties according to established guidelines.
• Communicate in more than one language or be willing to learn at a novice level of proficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Knowledge of

• Safe driving practices.
• State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations for student transportation.
• First‑aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

Ability to

• Operate a school bus on designated routes and schedules.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving.
• Keep the vehicle clean and safe.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn bus routes, stops, and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish cooperative relationships with others.
• Follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Follow legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading/unloading of handicapped children.
• Lift heavy objects (minimum 50 lbs).

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate, or evidence of progress toward a G.E.D.
• At least one year of experience driving a motor vehicle.

• Stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
• Communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing.
• Use hands for grasping and fine manipulations.
• Bend, squat, crawl, climb, and reach as needed.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights up to 50 pounds.
• Operate around moving machinery and be exposed to temperature, humidity, dust, fumes, and gases.

Pay Rate: $15 per hour
Position Type: Temporary, Hourly

The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age, or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.