26/27 SY Classified Substitute (Bus Driver) (Transport)

26/27 SY Classified Substitute (Bus Driver) (Transport)

Dysart Unified School District

District Transportation, Surprise, AZ - Surprise, Arizona

This job is also posted in Dysart Unified School District

Job Details

Job ID:5636775

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Re-Posted:Yesterday

Starting Date:Immediately

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Transportation Administrator

FLSA STATUS

Non-Exempt

SUPERVISES

No

DEPT

Transportation

FTE

Varies

WORK CALENDAR

196

GRADE

N

APPROVED

May 13, 2020

REVISED

SUMMARY: To provide transportation services to Dysart Unified School District (DUSD) students to and from school and extra-curricular activities in a safe and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.

Maintain discipline when students are on bus.

Report undisciplined students to proper authority and completes required forms.

Keep assigned bus clean.

Perform mandatory pre-trip inspections.

Notify proper authority of mechanical and safety device failure.

Work varying driving assignments.

Keep to assigned schedule.

Perform route schedule in a timely and efficient manner.

Pick-up and discharge of students only at authorized stop.

Transport only authorized students and authorized personnel.

Conduct bus safety and evacuation drills.

Report all accidents to proper authority and complete related reports.

Drive routes as required.

Work flexible hours.

Meet time schedules, be punctual and reliable.

Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.

Establish and maintain good rapport with employees, students and community.

Other job related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION:

High school diploma or G.E.D.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS:

Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR card.

Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Class B License with passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements.

Obtain and maintain a DOT Physical Certification.

Obtain and maintain a DPS Physical Performance Certification.

Submit to Annual and Random, Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Acceptable driving record for the last (3) three years.

Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work.

Occupational hazards and applicable safety principles and practices.

Safe uses and properties of supplies and equipment.

Reading routes, maps and schedules.

Applicable federal, state and local laws, codes, regulations.

Customer service principles.

Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment.

Modern office technology.

Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications.

Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

SKILL IN:

Prioritizing and maintaining vehicles and equipment to provide safe operations.

Composing and maintaining basic original documents including reports and correspondence.

Following directions and meeting standards.

Comprehending reference books and manuals.

Operating assigned tools and equipment, with reasonable knowledge

Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, regulations and standards.

ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.

Light Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move object.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in both the field and in an indoor environment.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

The Dysart Unified School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Dysart Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type:Temporary Non-Benefited

Salary:$21.63 Per Hour

Welcome to District Transportation, Surprise, AZ

Dysart schools are among the top-rated in the state of Arizona. The district is home to the #8 ranked K-8 school in Arizona (Freedom Traditional Academy), three top 100 K-8 schools, and two top 50 high schools in the state. Overall, Dysart has 12 A rated and 10 B rated schools, 11 of which out-rank our local counterparts. Additionally, Freedom Traditional Academy has the highest test scores of any school in the cities of Surprise and El Mirage. Dysart Schools have been recognized both nationally and internationally with AdvancED Accreditation, and are dedicated to serving the needs of all children with high quality academic coursework, before-and after-school programs, and services for the entire community. Boasting a graduation rate that exceeds both the state and national average, the Dysart Unified School District prepares all students to be ready for college and career through excellence and success. Strong academics, arts, and athletic programs are an integral part of each school, and ensuring students are equipped with the skills necessary to meet the challenges and opportunities in a 21st Century society are at the heart of our mission and vision. Dysart Schools offers one of the largest selections of academic pathways in the state, allowing students a personalized learning experience while meeting Arizona Academic Standards. Opportunities include full-day kindergarten, Career and Technical Education, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, signature programs, and gifted and special education programs. Dysart provides students the opportunity to explore their artistic side through an expansive fine arts program, where students participate in a progressive, performance-based curriculum that encourages them to reach their academic, creative, and expressive potential. Dysart students earned the second highest number of Arizona State Seals for Arts Proficiency across the state last year. Earning nine state championships in 2021-2022, Dysart Schools are highly competitive in athletics, and offer great opportunities for all students. Dysart offers competitive athletic classes to help students hone their athletic skills and abilities during the school day, and we aim to provide positive experiences and guide our student athletes toward realizing their full potential. Dysart Unified School District serves over 23,000 pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students in the Northwest Phoenix Metropolitan area. The district encompasses 140 square miles, serving parts of El Mirage, Glendale, Surprise, Youngtown, and Maricopa County. The district is home to four K-4 elementary schools, four middle schools serving grades 5-8, 12 K-8 elementary schools, four comprehensive high schools, a preschool, and one alternative program.

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