Applications will be accepted beginning
Monday, July 1, 2024 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)
Substitute School Bus Driver
Job Description
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.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
* 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 wheel chairs; 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 Administrative 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.
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.
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