These positions are temporary at this time, however, have the potential to become permanent.  Activity Trip driving may also be available to drivers who are interested. 

According to Board Policy GDBA:  The district will recognize up to ten years of similar, previous experience of an employee when placing that employee on the salary schedule. The highest step a classified staff employee may enter the district is at step 11 of the salary schedule.                                                                 

Bus Driver Job Description

CLASSIFICATION:  Classified

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

1. Ability and willingness to build relationships and develop rapport with students, staff, and families.
2. Ability to maintain a positive attitude while always exhibiting a problem-solving mindset.
3. Unyielding commitment to the team and doing what’s best for the students.
4. Knowledge of all districts roads and bus routes.
5. Knowledge of trade terminology.
6. Basic math skills required.
7. Ability to actively participate in group meetings with parents, students, and administration.
8. Knowledge of equipment associated with a school bus; including lift equipment and two way radios.
9. Ability to maintain an extremely demanding level of attention.
10. Ability to be exposed to very loud noise levels.

QUALIFICATIONS:

     1. High School diploma or equivalent GED.

     2. Requires 0 to 2 years of job related prior experience.

     3. First Aid and CPR training.

     4. Successful completion of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

         drivers course required while employed in this position; i.e. retraining, refresher,

         recertification.

     5. Current CDL and School Bus Permit required.

     6. Experience working with special education and high needs students preferred.

REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor

JOB GOAL: Transport students to and from school and related functions. Inspect and maintain the school bus to ensure proper operating conditions.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

     1. Transport students of all ages to and from school and extra-curricular activities in a safe and timely manner.

     2. Manage student behavior and maintain discipline on the bus.
     3. Conduct and log pre-trip inspections to check for cleanliness, safety, proper mechanical functions and adequate

         fuel levels.

     4. Maintain and track route data as mandated by school and state regulations.
     5. Maintain CPR and First Aid Training.
     6. Maintain the confidentiality of students discipline and medical records.
     7. Report mechanical problems to District mechanic.
     8. Attend monthly safety meetings and inservices as available.
     9. Demonstrate the ability to communicate positively and constructively to parents, students administration and others as

         appropriate.
    10. Other duties and responsibilities assigned by Transportation Supervisor and Assistant Superintendent.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  4 hours per day / 175 Days per year

EVALUATION:  Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on

evaluation of classified personnel.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. Additionally, the employee may occasionally be required to push or lift up to 50 lbs as necessary for the safety and well-being of others. Lastly, this job requires the employee to have the vision ability to read handwritten or typed materials, and meet multiple demands from several people while interacting with other staff and the public.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DUTIES: The most significant duties of this position have been included in this job description. However, this job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties performed. In addition, the District may modify this position as needed to reflect the assignment of additional or supplemental duties assigned. Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties regardless of whether such duties appear in this job description.

Revised: 11/21/16