Preble Shawnee Local Schools Preble Shawnee Local School District - Camden, Ohio
Bus Driver
Job Details
Job ID: 5889327
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 17, 2026 7:05 PM (UTC)
Job Description
POSITION: Bus Driver
REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor or Designee
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: FLSA Non-Exempt
HOURS: 6 HOURS DAILY
STARTING RATE: $24.51 per hour (Could increase with experience)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Highschool Diploma or Equivalent
- Flexible Hours
- Desire to work with students on a daily basis
- Self-directed and ability to follow directions
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Physical stamina and good attendance record
- Ability to work as a member of a team
- Must pass a criminal background check
- Hold a valid CDL with School Bus Endorsement
Responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of school pupils within the guidelines of the State of Ohio and the policies of the Preble Shawnee Board of Education.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide for the safe and efficient transportation of students in accordance with District policies and administrative guidelines, Ohio Pupil Transportation Operation and Safety Rules, and the provisions of State and Federal law.
- Operate a school bus or van transporting regular and/or special education students over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips, etc. in a safe and timely manner.
- Complete established pre-trip and post-trip inspections of an assigned vehicle.
- Check all safety devices including fire, emergency, and first-aid equipment and maintain cleanliness, appearance, and sanitation of assigned vehicle.
- Properly operate all safety and assistive technology/equipment, including two-way radios, ramps, lifts, wheel chairs, harnesses, seat belts, etc.; conduct safety drills and evacuation drills as required.
- Prepare and maintain reports, route maps, schedules, student lists, and accident reports as required by the State of Ohio, Ohio Department of Education, and by the District.
- Provide transportation services and support for special needs students in accordance with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and/or other District-authorized accommodation plan as assigned by Special Education staff.
- Maintain passenger behavior and control; report disciplinary violations to the appropriate authority as prescribed.
- Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, and facilities.