Substitute Bus Driver

Title: Bus Driver

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Operates a school vehicle to provide authorized transportation services. Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the regular schedule.

Pay: $23.60/hour

• High school diploma or GED. Successful completion of pre‑service bus driver training program.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsements.
• Qualified to be covered by the district insurance carrier and completes required ongoing training to maintain license and endorsements.
• Demonstrates a clear understanding and commitment to defensive driving practices and the ability to deal with stressful traffic, weather conditions, and passenger distractions.
• Displays flexibility, reliability, self‑discipline, and a willingness to take on challenging tasks. Embodies high ethical standards and integrity. Accepts responsibility for personal decisions and conduct. Maintains a record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Satisfactory pre‑employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results.
• Physical Demands:
  Duties may require providing physical assistance to students.

• Complies with all Ohio Administrative Code pupil transportation operation and safety rules.
• Performs pre‑trip and post‑trip safety inspections.
• Checks safety equipment and first aid supplies.
• Reports equipment concerns and/or malfunctions in writing immediately.
• Assumes responsibility for the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Seeks advice when uncertain about product use, storage or disposal procedures.
• Follows health and safety regulations to clean up blood, bodily fluids, chemicals, hazardous materials and mold.
• Fuels the vehicle and monitors fluid levels (e.g., oil, windshield washer, brake, transmission).
• Maintains established routes and schedules. Suggests route modifications that improve efficiency. Transports only authorized passengers.
• Reports road hazards or other problems that may impede district services.
• Practices defensive driving and complies with all motor vehicle laws (speed limits, complete stops).
• Reports traffic citations, accidents, or property damage to the department supervisor. Attempts to identify and report vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations.
• The driver and bus aide/monitor work as a team on wheelchair lift vehicles to secure seat belts, wheelchairs and other mobility equipment and load and unload students at assigned stops.
• Communicates rules to students. Assumes full responsibility for controlling students on the bus. Keeps supervisors informed about behavior concerns.
• Provides assistance as needed when aware of passengers with medical or health considerations.
• Follows district field trip procedures.
• Remains available to passengers during trips as instructed.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills that comply with current state standards.
• Participates in the district's bus safety program as directed.
• Promptly reports work‑related injuries to a supervisor.
• Implements procedures to prevent the loss of supplies and equipment.

• Complies with drug‑free workplace rules, board policies, and administrative guidelines.
• Contributes to an effective working environment and functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co‑workers.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Maintains a professional appearance and wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Works effectively with minimal supervision.
• Performs tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.

• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers to policy interpretation questions to an appropriate administrator.
• Seeks clarification when directives are unclear.
• Uses active listening and problem‑solving techniques.
• Resolves issues tactfully.

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