Substitute Bus Driver

Qualifications:

• Education and Experience:

  • Any combination equivalent to:

    • high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law;

    • and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.

• Licenses and Other Requirements:

  • Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement;

  • School Bus Certificate;

  • Must pass driving record check.

Job Goals:

• Basic Function:

  • 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, special events and field trips;

  • Perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle;

  • Assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Essential Functions:

  • 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 wheelchairs; 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.

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge Of:

  • 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.

  • Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.

  • Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition,

  • Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.

  • Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.

• • Maintain routine records.

  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Meet schedules and timelines.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.