2026-27 Temporary Bus Driver

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF A BUS DRIVER

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Age 21 years old
• Minimum Education/Certification/Abilities:
• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution
• Pass annual physical examination
• Possess a CDL License and School Bus Certification or must be able to obtain CDL and Bus Driver Certification within 90 days of employment
• District instructed safety and operational procedure training
• Satisfactory driving record
• Ability to speak and understand English and to read, write and comprehend instructions
• Ability to hear and respond verbally to acts of disruption and/or safety and behavior concerns
• Special Knowledge/Skills:
• Have knowledge relating to operation of all district-owned school buses (preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Check vehicle before reach run
• Clean outside of bus
• Drive bus in a safe and efficient manner - observe all traffic laws
• Responsible for students entering and exiting the bus
• Responsible for students eligibility
• Sign and complete discipline form
• Must have Commercial Driver License prior to driving a bus with students
• Report any correction on computer route sheets
• Make suggestions on route sheets and return sheets to router
• Make corrections on route sheets and return to router