Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education

Lebanon (MO)

On-site

USD 26,697

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation for students. This full-time position requires a valid Class B CDL and the ability to pass annual physical and drug tests. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills and effectively maintain discipline during transport. The job emphasizes consistent attendance and adherence to safety regulations, making it essential for supporting students' educational experiences.

Qualifications

Must demonstrate aptitude and competence for the assigned responsibility.
Ability to pass an annual physical and drug testing.
Effective communication skills with students and parents.

Responsibilities

Provide safe and efficient transportation for students.
Report accidents and maintain discipline on the bus.
Inspect and maintain the bus for mechanical defects.

Skills

Reading and writing in English

Basic computation skills

Reasoning and understanding procedures

Friendly interaction skills

Education

Valid Class B CDL

Ability to pass an annual physical and drug testing

Job description

Bus Driver

Lebanon School District R3 Transportation – Lebanon, Missouri

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Job Details

Job ID: 5364002
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 05, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Classification: Classified / non-exempt

Summary: To provide safe and efficient transportation so students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage of the district’s curriculum and extracurricular program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Obeys all traffic laws.
Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
Maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority.
Keeps assigned bus clean.
Keeps to assigned schedule.
Checks bus before each operation for mechanical defects.
Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
Discharges students only at authorized stops.
Exercises responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips.
Transports only authorized students.
Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
Enforces regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.
Inspect bus inside and out after each trip.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Duties: Supervises students while transporting them.

Qualifications

Education / Experience: Must demonstrate aptitude and competence for the assigned responsibility.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Must have valid Class B CDL; must pass an annual physical and drug testing.

Skills and Abilities:

Language: The ability to read and write simple sentences in English, read and understand maps, and possess basic writing skills sufficient to complete pre and post trip reports and student discipline referrals.
Computation: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Must be able to understand American weight, volume and distance measurements.
Reasoning: The ability to understand and follow board policy, administrative procedures, and training/handbook materials.
Additional Skills and Abilities: Must be able to interact in a friendly manner with co-workers, parents, and students.

Physical Demands: The individual must be able to sit for long periods of time; occasionally walk and stand; frequently bend and twist the torso and neck; frequently use repetitive arm, wrist, and hand movements; occasionally lift up to 75 lbs; use close, distance, and peripheral vision as well as have good depth perception; climb up and down steps; perform emergency exit procedures, including assisting students off the bus using the emergency exit.

Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance are an essential duty of this position.

Conditions and Environment: Frequently work in temperatures below 32 degrees and above 90 degrees Fahrenheit; occasionally work in rain, sleet, and/or ice and drive in slippery conditions; continually work in an area of high noise level; including engine noise and the sound of many children speaking; a raised voice may be necessary for communication.

Terms of Employment: 9 months. Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board Policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.38 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

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