Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver

South Burlington School District (VT) SBSD Transportation Department - South Burlington, Vermont Open in Google Maps

Job : 5400305

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 08, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

South Burlington School District

About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District, we believe in supporting the whole employee—inside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing, competitively priced health insurance, dental coverage, sick time, professional time and other leaves. Additionally, we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district.

Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness initiatives, Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title: School Bus Driver

Location: Transportation Services

Job Group: Union Support Staff

Pay Level: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor

Position Summary: Operates District assigned vehicles in a professional manner to transport students over established routes according to specified time schedules. Complies with all traffic regulations and always maintains student and staff safety.

• Operates District-assigned vehicles in a consistently professional manner, ensuring the safe delivery of students and staff. Demonstrates proficiency in handling and maneuvering a school bus at all times.
• Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections consistent with District procedures. Cleans debris and sweeps the bus daily and washes the bus weekly.
• Complies with all traffic ordinances. Reports unsafe situations to the supervisor.
• Complies with District discipline policies. Reports issues and concerns for student safety and discipline to the supervisor in a timely manner.
• Provides direction and assistance to students, as necessary, while operating the vehicle.
• Responds to stressful conditions in a professional manner; reports incidents to the supervisor.
• Participates in assigned training.
• Understands and follows District transportation scheduling, as assigned.
• Returns lost items to the respective schools.

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED). Certification in Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI);
Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR), Automatic External Defibrillator (AED), and first aid certification required.

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Senior Vermont Operators' License with Vermont School Bus Endorsement. Must have no points on driving record, no vehicle operation convictions within the last 10 years, and be able to pass physical, including drug tests.

Ability to work in a friendly, collaborative manner with students, staff, and others; demonstrates patience, kindness, and courtesy. Ability to read and understand maps. Ability to pass state skill test, written test, and Department of Transportation physical. Ability to manage students and equipment. Ability to observe student behavior and advise supervisors of concerns and/or issues. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and School Board policies.

Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity, sustainability, and delivering exceptional customer service.

• Supportive colleagues and leadership
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Professional growth and advancement
• Comprehensive benefits
• Meaningful work that impacts students daily

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $35.42 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Transportation

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Jon Mabee , Transportation Manager
• SBSD Transportation Department
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