2025-2026 Vacancy: Substitute School Bus Driver

Augusta County Public Schools

Fishersville (VA)

On-site

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A Virginia public school system is seeking a part-time Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students safely. This role includes conducting pre-trip inspections and supervising students, requiring a valid Commercial Driver's License. The ideal candidate will demonstrate effective communication and defensive driving skills, alongside knowledge of state regulations. The position provides an opportunity for those qualified to ensure student safety in transit.

Qualifications

Ability to complete Virginia Education Department training curriculum for school bus drivers.
Must pass physical examination and driving record check.
Proficiency in English language.

Responsibilities

Operate school bus and transport students safely.
Prepare and conduct pre-trip inspection of school bus.
Supervise students while riding the bus.

Skills

Defensive driving skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of state laws and local ordinances

Ability to conduct pre-trip inspections

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

Commercial Driver's License

Job description

2025-2026 Vacancy: Substitute School Bus Driver

Augusta County Public Schools Transportation Department -123 John Lewis Road, Fishersville, VA 22939 - Fishersville, Virginia Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Details

Job ID: 5252823

Position Type: Part-Time

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jun 24, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

ACPS is seeking Substitute Bus Drivers for the 2025-26 School Year.

Job Title: Substitute Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Executive Director of Transportation

Part-Time, As Needed

SUMMARY

The Substitute School Bus Driver operates a school bus and other vehicles to transport students to and from designated locations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Conducts pre-trip inspection of school bus prior to every trip for defects.
Uses established routes and designated bus stops.
Operates bus on approved time schedule.
Reports bus accidents and student injuries to authorities.
Conducts emergency evaluation drills in keeping with division regulations.
Drives defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
Reports personal absences in time for supervisor to secure substitute driver.
Reports bus defects to supervisor.
Establishes favorable working relationships with other driver, teachers, students, and other school staff.
Demonstrates knowledge of State laws and local ordinances.
Complies with dress code.
Uses professional conduct at all times.
Communicates effectively with parents, colleagues, school personnel and everyone within the confines of the job.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise students while riding bus.

QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Satisfactory health condition as certified by a competent medical authority. Must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the Virginia Education Department training curriculum for school bus drivers and obtain a Commercial Driver's License with appropriate school bus endorsements within the probationary period. Complete State and County requirements of twenty hours of classroom and twenty hours of behind-the-wheel instruction. No reckless driving or driving under the influence convictions within five years and/or fewer than two moving violations within 12 months of employment. English language proficiency is required per Code of Virginia 46.2‑341.14.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Meets school bus driver certification requirements with minimum hours of instruction and satisfactorily passes the knowledge examination.
Meets State requirements for appropriate licensing.
Meets State physical examination requirements.
Meets local and/or State standards for driving test.
Meets local and/or State standards for driver record check.
Must have successfully completed the National Red Cross First Aid Course.
Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students in the school division.
Ability to operate radio communication when necessary.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS

Work is typically performed inside and around the exterior of a school bus. Frequent bending, stooping, crawling and climbing to inspect on and under a school bus is necessary. Occasional lifting of at least fifty pounds is required. Frequent contact with driver supervisors and students is required. Occasional contact with principals, parents and the general public is required. Occasional meetings with principals and parents are necessary. Person shall have no impairment of the use of a foot, leg, hand, finger, or an arm, and no other structural defects or limitation likely to interfere with the ability to control and safely drive a school bus. Must have the physical ability to operate the following controls on a school bus; open and close the service door which requires up to 25 psi exerted by the right hand and arm; activate the clutch pedal which requires up to 70 psi exerted by the left foot and leg; operate a manual transmission shift lever which requires up to 20 psi exerted by the right hand and arm; jump from or climb up to a least 3.5 feet, at the emergency door, to assist in the evacuation of the students. Occasional operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Part-time, as needed.

SALARY

Substitute Driver Pay Scale based on related CDL driving experience

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