Bus Driver Substitute

Substitute Bus Driver
$18.35 per hour

• Operates the bus according to all motor vehicle laws (e.g., speed limits, complete stops, etc.).
• Practices defensive driving techniques. • Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. •
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Provides dependable service. Maintains established routes and time schedules. Note: Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the bus schedule.
• Transports only authorized passengers. Picks up and unloads students only at approved stops. Helps keep route sheets up-to-date. Offers routing suggestions.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections. Checks fire, emergency equipment, and first aid supplies. Prepares written inspection reports.
• Offers help when students ask for or their behavior suggests they need assistance. Allows students to seek their highest degree of independence.
• Supervises bus loading and unloading procedures.
• Operates the wheelchair lift on accessible buses. Ensures that wheelchairs are properly secured before the bus starts.
• Inspects harnesses, restraints, and other safety devices. Immediately corrects or reports unsafe conditions and/or defective equipment.
• Anticipates and is prepared to offer assistance when aware of passengers with medical or other health considerations.
• Monitors student behavior. Enforces safety regulations. Maintains high standards for student conduct. Upholds the student conduct code.
• Promotes the proper use of school property. Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, or other related concerns to the building principal. Prepares disciplinary notices as required.
• Strives to develop rapport with others. Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law. • Assumes responsibility for the interior/exterior cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Participates in the district's bus safety program as directed. • Reports vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations (e.g., failure to stop for flashing bus lights, passing in prohibited zones, etc.).
• Uses proper protocol when operating bus communication equipment.
• Immediately reports all traffic citations, accidents, and property damage incurred during the performance of duties. Promptly documents all personal injuries that require a medical referral.
• Reports road hazards along the bus route to the dispatcher and/or transportation supervisor.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills that comply with current state standards.
• Reports equipment malfunctions in writing.