Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver

Job Description:

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.
• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

Requirements:

• High school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.
• One year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement;
  School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Ability to maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Ability to recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Ability to learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Ability to maintain routine records.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to meet schedules and time lines.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Ability to assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.