AVRCE Spare Bus Drivers November 2025

Government of Nova Scotia; Town of Berwick; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational provider is seeking a Spare Bus Driver for part-time flexible work in Kings County. Responsibilities include safely driving school buses, ensuring passenger safety, and performing daily vehicle maintenance. Candidates must possess a Class 2B license and demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers a flexible schedule during the academic year and aims to create an inclusive workplace for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 19 years of age required.
• Clean driving record and up-to-date medical and vision tests.
• Ability to interact courteously and professionally with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive school buses with air brakes on assigned routes.
• Responsible for safety and discipline of passengers.
• Compliance with all AVRCE and government policies and regulations.

Skills

Good communication skills

Reliability

Education

Current Nova Scotia Operator’s License Class 2B with air brake endorsement

Job description

Spare Bus Driver

ANNAPOLIS VALLEY REGIONAL CENTRE FOR EDUCATION

PART TIME FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE

Wage: $26.26/hr

Individuals who enjoy driving and working with children may be interested in working as a Spare Bus Driver!

Job Overview

Spare School Bus Drivers are required on an “as needed” basis to support operations in the Annapolis Valley Centre for Education, throughout West Hants, Kings and Annapolis Counties. School buses travel on paved and unpaved roads in a variety of weather. Spare Bus Drivers are on call for a part‑year (during September - June) and part‑time (5 hours per day) and typically drive a morning and/or afternoon run for instructional days. Spare Bus Drivers may also opt to drive hours for extra‑ or co‑curricular events.

Responsibilities

Spare Bus Drivers safely drive school buses with air brakes on assigned routes and extra‑curricular trips, are responsible for the safety and discipline of passengers, daily routine maintenance including cleaning and washing, pre‑trip inspection of the vehicle, and compliance with all AVRCE and government policies, regulations, and legislation.

Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 19 years of age, have a current Nova Scotia Operator’s License Class 2B with air brake endorsement, a clean driving record, and up‑to‑date medical and vision tests. They should possess good communication skills, demonstrate reliability and interact courteously and professionally with students, parents/guardians, and staff. Please upload with application a current Driver Abstract.

Accommodations

At the Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to meet your needs.

To request accommodations, please contact Kelsey Ogilvie, Human Resources Manager at [e-mail] or [phone]. All information provided will be kept confidential and used solely to provide an accessible candidate experience.

Training

Successful applicants are required to successfully complete an in‑house training program in the safe operations of a school bus and First Aid/CPR.