2025-2026 Bus Driver

Wakulla County School District; Crawfordville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Crawfordville, Florida is seeking a Full-Time Bus Driver to transport students safely to and from school as well as for special events. Candidates must hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement, possess a high school diploma, and ensure compliance with state transportation regulations. This role demands strong responsibility and the ability to maintain discipline among students while providing safe transport. Applicants should be physically capable and prepared for immediate start.

Qualifications

• Must be trained in CPR and First Aid.
• Successful completion of driver’s training course as specified by state and federal standards.
• Certified physically capable by a physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Transport students Safely and efficiently to and from school.
• Comply with all state and local laws relative to bus transportation.
• Conduct bus evacuations as required.

Skills

Ability to operate light and/or heavy-duty buses

Knowledge of highway and traffic safety

Ability to follow a daily routing schedule

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

CPR and First Aid Training

Job description

2025-2026 Bus Driver

Wakulla County School District Transportation - Crawfordville, Florida

Job Details

Job ID: 5179181

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 20, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

WAKULLA COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD

Bus Driver
EMPLOYEE CATEGORY: 6/Educational Support Personnel

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with passenger endorsement and verification of an acceptable driving record through Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).
• Successful completion of driver’s training course as specified by state and federal standards.
• Must be trained in CPR and First Aid.
• Certified physically capable by a physical examination as prescribed by state and federal standards and reflex test administered by the District.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of highway and traffic safety. Ability to operate light and/or heavy-duty buses in a safe and economical way. Ability to understand and carry out both written and oral directions. Ability to exercise appropriate disciplinary techniques. Ability to follow a daily routing schedule.

Reports To

Director of Transportation

Job Goal

To transport students, safely and efficiently, to and from their school sites and/or special events.

Performance Responsibilities

Service Delivery

• Transport students to and from school and on assigned trips safely and efficiently.
• Comply with all state and local laws relative to bus transportation.
• Observe all safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain discipline of students and report discipline problems to school administrators.
• Fuel bus according to District transportation guidelines / policies.
• Keep assigned bus clean according to District / transportation policies.
• Follow assigned route and schedule.
• Recommend to Supervisor changes in bus routes or bus loads.
• Complete pre- and post-trip safety inspections and notify proper authority of mechanical defects and lateness.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Ensure no smoking, drinking or eating on bus.
• Instruct students in safety precautions and practices.
• Conduct bus evacuations as required.
• Be aware of additional duties related to transportation of exceptional education students, such as door-to-door loading and unloading, assisting with wheelchairs, understanding each students exceptionality and the development of special loading/unloading procedures.

Inter / Intra-agency Communication and Delivery

• Interact appropriately with children, bus attendants, if applicable, transportation and school personnel.
• Report all accidents involving a school bus.
• Communicate well with supervisor, bus attendants if applicable, and schools.

Employee Qualities / Responsibilities

• Attend inservice training and meetings as required.
• Continue to work to improve knowledge and competence in relationship to position.
• Establish rapport with students.
• Display appropriate work ethic.
• Report to work punctually and regularly.

System Support

• Exercise responsible leadership when on District school trips.
• Maintain complete and accurate records as required by law, District policy and administrative regulations.
• Complete and submit all required reports.
• Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules, District policy and administrative regulations.
• Follow all transportation policies and procedures.
• Represent the School Board in a positive manner.
• Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Physical Requirements

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

Terms of Employment

9 Month. Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

Evaluation

Annually by assigned administrator. Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.

Salary Item Number

21

Position Type

Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shannon Smith , Director of Transportation
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Additional Information

Background Screening procedures and checklist: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5427/WAC/6161353/WCSB_Background_Screening_procedures_and_checklist.pdf

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