Auxiliary Driver 26-27 School Year

Hampton-City-Schools; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Hampton City Schools seeks an Auxiliary Driver for the 26-27 School Year to transport students in a van on designated routes. The role includes pre- and post-trip safety inspections, supervising student conduct, and ensuring adherence to transportation guidelines.

Start date aligns with the school year. The position is part-time with a salary range, requiring a Virginia driver's license, a clean driving record, and completion of required training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Virginia Driver's License.
• Successful completion of auxiliary driver and bus attendant training course (training provided).
• Excellent driving record (at least +3 driving points).
• Minimum age of 21 at time of employment.
• Red Cross first aid and CPR certification within the first three months.

Responsibilities

• Operates a van to transport students to and from schools and activities.
• Drives routes, picks up and drops off students as scheduled.
• Performs pre-trip safety inspections and checks vehicle systems.
• Conducts post-trip inspections and ensures passengers' belongings are accounted for.
• Supervises student conduct and communicates concerns to school officials.
• Ensures vehicle is ready for maintenance and inspections; reports accidents promptly.
• Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required in emergencies.
• Maintains Virginia driver's license and Red Cross first aid/CPR certification.

Skills

Safe driving

Attention to safety

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Virginia Driver's License

First aid/CPR training (Red Cross or equivalent)

Job description

Auxiliary Driver 26-27 School Year JobID: 2477

• Position Type: Transportation/ Auxilary Driver
• Date Posted: 8/12/2026
• Location: Transportation

POSITION INFORMATION:

Supervisor: Mr. Darrin Wills, Director of Transportation

Employment Period: 10 months

Employment Status: Part-time

Salary Range (H-07): $15.20 -- $19.85 hour

Start Date: 26-27 School Year

Closing date: Position will remain open. Inactive applications will be purged periodically.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates a van (or similar vehicle) to provide safe transportation for students to and from schools and other activities.
• Drives van along designated routes. Picks up and drops off students as scheduled.
• Ensures that the vehicle can be operated safely before driving and conducts pre-trip safety inspection to include observing visual defects and checking operating systems to include brakes, horn, lights, emergency flashers, etc.
• Performs post-trip inspections of the vehicle. Ensures that all passengers have been dropped off and that no personal belongings have been left behind. Cleans vehicle as needed.
• Supervises conduct/behavior of student passengers to maintain discipline. Contacts school officials, as necessary, to discuss concerns regarding student conduct.
• Ensures vehicle is available for all scheduled maintenance and inspections.
• Reports any accidents immediately and completes necessary paperwork.
• Heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required in lifting and/or carrying students in the case of an emergency.
• Maintains a Virginia driver's license and maintains Red Cross first aid / CPR certification.
• Obeys all traffic laws and transportation practices as outlined in the Transportation Employee Handbook, School Board Policy, and local ordinances.
• Performs bus attendant job duties as necessary.
• Other related duties as required.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Virginia Driver's License
• Successful completion of auxiliary driver and bus attendant training course (training provided)
• Excellent driving record (at least +3 driving points)
• Minimum age of 21 at time of employment
• American Red Cross first aid and CPR course or an approved equivalent within the first three months of employment and successfully renew certification as required

Hampton City Schools does not discriminate in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, age, disability or other protected class. Personnel decisions are based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Executive Director of Human Resources
One Franklin Street, Hampton, VA 23669; [phone]
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.