Bus Driver

Job Description

Glide School District is seeking a dynamic School Bus Driver. The position is 5 hours per day on a four‑day school week (Monday through Thursday).

FTE: .5
Work Calendar: 152 days
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
Reports to: Transportation Supervisor
Classification: Classified
Evaluation Rubric: Classified
Start Date: August 26, 2026
Pay range: $20.86 – $24.21 per hour

Glide School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP). Upon eligibility, the district contributes 6% of an employee’s salary to their Individual Account Program (IAP).

• Follow and maintain knowledge of all applicable district and department policies and procedures.
• Drive school buses or district pupil‑transporting vehicles on regular routes, field trips, and approved trips, including vehicles equipped for wheelchairs and other special needs.
• Transport students with special needs within and outside the district.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students being transported.
• Obey all traffic laws and observe state standards and regulations regarding student transportation, including defensive driving techniques.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of state and local laws and regulations pertaining to vehicle operation.
• Know the location, operation, purpose, and use of all vehicle controls, instruments, gauges, and emergency equipment.
• Possess the necessary physical and mental skills to operate the vehicle safely and efficiently as required by the certified training officer.
• Understand district regulations concerning student management, discipline, and public relations.
• Be familiar with routes assigned.
• Exercise sound judgment in varying weather, road, and traffic conditions.
• Operate and service high‑school bus equipment and accessories (doors, windows, radios, fire extinguishers, warning kits, tire chains, first aid kits, seat belt cutter).
• Coordinate with other districts and parents regarding daily route schedules and school operations.
• Plan and develop route changes as necessary.
• Follow accident/emergency procedures, handling emergencies including first aid.
• Maintain trip mileage, passenger, and stop records as directed.
• Manage students efficiently, maintaining safety and order; report undisciplined students to the appropriate administrator.
• Keep bus exterior and interior clean; check for mechanical defects before operation; notify supervisor of failures.
• Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops; transport only students on the route list or with a bus pass.
• Report all accidents and complete required reports accurately and promptly.
• Report incidents requiring attention to the transportation coordinator on the appropriate district form.
• Work collaboratively with administrators and other transportation staff to provide reliable service.
• Maintain confidentiality of student and staff information as required by law.
• Interact thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, administrators, and parents; resolve conflict professionally.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and other staff.
• Dress professionally for the position.
• Provide impeccable customer service.
• Appropriately maintain and secure confidential records and inquiries.
• Represent the school and district professionally in interactions with parents, community, staff, and students.
• Maintain required certifications and training hours.
• Attend work daily as assigned and be punctual.
• Adhere to the daily schedule.

Completes and implements training as needed regarding special needs of students, demonstrating sensitivity to those students.

• Education and/or
  
  Experience:
  
  High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Calm interaction with students; concentration and patience in noisy and distracting conditions. Desire to work with students and understand their handicapping conditions.
• Language
  
  Skills:
  
  Fluent oral and written English; basic telephone and office skills.
• Mathematical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense to write and follow instructions; solve problems involving several variables.
• Technology
  
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