Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education

Marion (OH)

On-site

USD 28,667 - 36,327

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a School Bus Driver for Marion City Schools. The position entails operating a school bus safely while ensuring the safety and proper conduct of students. Must possess or be willing to obtain a CDL Class B license with School Bus endorsement. The job offers a contracted schedule of 188 days annually, with a starting pay that varies by experience, beginning at $20.81 per hour. Training is available for those without the necessary qualifications. Contact Kevin Houpt for inquiries.

Qualifications

Must possess a valid Class B CDL with School Bus endorsement.
Ability to administer first aid if necessary.
Training is provided if not initially qualified.

Responsibilities

Safely transport students to and from school.
Maintain order among students on the bus.
Perform daily bus inspections and report deficiencies.

Skills

School Bus Driving Experience

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL Class B License with S&P Endorsement

Job description

Bus Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 5261731

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

MARION CITY SCHOOLS Marion, Ohio July 1, 2025 ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY Anticipated Opening for 2025-2026 School Year Bus Drivers - Transportation Building

This person will work a minimum 6 hours per day and will be paid as per salary schedule. Persons applying for this position must have a CDL Class B License with School Bus endorsement along with a high school diploma or GED.

If you do not have a CDL Class B License with School Bus endorsement, we offer free training with a certified on board instructor. Training will provide the skills to obtain Class B CDL with school bus and passenger endorsement. The instructor will work around the trainee’s schedule to accommodate training, including nights and weekends. The trainee will initially pay for the temporary permit, CDL testing, and CDL license. The initial cost is approximately $125.00. Upon successful completion of testing and is officially hired, those costs are reimbursed to the trainee. The only non‑reimbursed cost to the trainee is the cost of the fingerprinting. The trainee has the potential to work as a substitute bus aide while being trained.

How to Apply: Internal/External Applicant

If you are interested in being considered for this position and feel you are qualified, you must apply online at www.marioncityschools.org prior to 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 08, 2025, or until filled. If you have any questions contact Kevin Houpt via email khoupt@mcspresidents.org

The Board/Administration has the sole discretion to determine qualifications of all candidates based upon posted qualifications which will include, but are not limited to the following:

Ability to competently do the job 5. Job skills and knowledge
Attendance 6. Work ethic
People skills 7. Can the person do the essential functions
Experience required of the job?

The above qualification criteria may be determined via personnel file (if available), past evaluations (if available), administration/supervisor input, reference checks, testing (if required for position), interview process, and any other methods deemed appropriate by the employer.

MARION CITY SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Marion City Schools Board of Education that the best qualified applicant shall be selected for each position without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, political affiliation, disabling or military status. No person shall be denied employment solely because of any impairment which is unrelated to the ability to participate in activities involved in the position or program for which application has been made.

Salary Schedule – Effective July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

Experience / Hourly

0 – $20.81
1 – $21.30
2 – $21.80
3 – $22.32
4 – $22.83
5 – $23.38
6 – $23.93
7 – $24.49
8 – $24.49
9 – $24.49
10 – $25.10
11 – $25.10
12 – $25.73
13 – $25.73
14 – $25.73
15+ – $26.37

Field Trips will be paid according the following with a minimum of 2 hours, effective 7/1/2025:

Drive time & Idle time = current hourly rate

Job Description

TITLE: School Bus Driver

RESPONSIBLE TO: Transportation Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

CLASSIFICATION: Bus Driver

LENGTH OF CONTRACT: Nine-month contract - 188-day contract (hours depend on bus route)

GENERAL DUTIES: Safely operate a school bus transporting students to and from their homes and schools and on extra trips. Preferred one-year school bus driving experience.

QUALIFICATIONS: Class B CDL with S&P Endorsement, Valid Pre‑Service Certificate, Physical Capabilities to perform duties without restrictions

Specific Duties

Drives the school bus on assigned routes, picking up and discharging students at designated locations.
Drives the school bus on extra trips as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor of the school system.
Observes all of the laws and regulations regarding the driving of a school bus at all times.
Maintains orderly conduct of students on the bus at all times.
Completes a report on misconduct of bus students on the computer when necessary.
Completes reports, as required, on the number and names of bus students, number of bus stops, trip mileage, time, etc.
Checks all tires and wheels, lights, emergency equipment, etc. daily prior to bus runs as per rules and regulations.
Reports immediately all mechanical deficiencies and failures to the Transportation Mechanic.
Cleans the inside of the bus daily and outside of bus when needed.
Reports all accidents to the appropriate law enforcement agency and the Transportation Supervisor of the school system.
Keeps fuel in the bus and sees that the oil and water are checked regularly.
Attends safety meetings as directed.
Administers necessary first aid in case of accident.
Does evacuation and safety drills on their bus routes.
Performs such other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor/designee.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure the safety of students
Ability to work effectively with others
Exhibit professional behavior, emotional stability and sound judgment
Establish and maintain cooperative relationships
Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
Ability to work in a team environment
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation

NOTE:

The above lists are not ranked in order of importance.

Conduct

Each staff member shall remain free of any alcohol or non‑prescribed controlled substance and abuse of any prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Job description is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and activities. This job description is subject to change as directed by the Superintendent of Marion City Schools.

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