Bus Driver

Reeds Spring R-IV School District; Reeds Spring (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Reeds Spring R-IV School District in Missouri is seeking a dependable bus driver to transport students on approved routes safely and on schedule.

You will perform pre-trip inspections, monitor student behavior, report incidents, wear seat belts, and cooperate with the Transportation Director to support a safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid Class B license with passenger and student endorsement.
• Successfully completes DOT physical annually.
• Must pass initial and random drug screening.
• Must submit and pass background check.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at contract time.
• Must meet all state licensing requirements.
• Demonstrates aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and utilization of State Laws for School Bus Drivers.
• Knowledge of Commercial Drivers Licensing laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of and utilizes positive, constructive student control techniques.
• Completes all reports (pre-trip inspection, mileage, student count, discipline, accident and others as needed).
• Properly performs and records daily pre-trip inspection of bus and vehicular damage.
• Knowledgeable of and reports mechanical problems immediately.
• Maintains interior cleanliness of bus by sweeping and/or mopping daily.
• Knowledge of all emergency procedures including two school bus evacuation drills yearly.
• Maintains control of students through positive student management techniques.
• Provides appropriate information for student referral and/or discipline problems.
• Utilizes safety knowledge to maintain utmost care of students.
• Follows route directions and informs supervisor of changes immediately.
• Allows students to load and unload at authorized stops.
• Wears seat belt whenever bus is in motion.
• Present on the bus whenever there are students in the vehicle.
• Reports all accidents and/or near accidents to supervisor.
• Responsible to see that bus is fueled.
• Reports potentially hazardous situations.
• Shall report any accident or injury to pupils while in their care.
• Use of cell phone as outlined by school policy.
• Maintain confidential nature of all school-related matters.
• Other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee.

Skills

Valid Class B license with passenger &

DOT physical annually

Background check

21 years old

State licensing requirements

Demonstrates aptitude/competence

Job description

BUS DRIVER

Support Staff

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 21 years of age at contract time
• Must meet all state licensing requirements
• Demonstrates aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Must maintain a valid Class B license with both passenger and student endorsement
• Successfully completes DOT physical annually
• Successfully pass initial and random drug screening
• Must submit and pass background check

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Knowledge and utilization of State Laws for School Bus Drivers
2. Knowledge of Commercial Drivers Licensing laws and regulations
3. Knowledge of and utilizes positive, constructive student control techniques
4. Completes all reports (pre-trip inspection, mileage, student count, discipline, accident and others as needed)
5. Properly performs and records daily pre-trip inspection of bus and vehicular damage
6. Knowledgeable of and reports mechanical problems immediately
7. Maintains interior cleanliness of bus by sweeping and or mopping daily
8. Knowledge of all emergency procedures including two school bus evacuation drills yearly
9. Knowledgeable of District discipline procedure and appropriate and acceptable behavior for riders
10. Maintains control of students through positive student management techniques
11. Provides appropriate information for student referral and/or discipline problems
12. Utilizes safety knowledge to maintain utmost care of students
13. Follows route directions and informs supervisor of changes immediately
14. Allows students to load and unload at authorized stops
15. Wears seat belt whenever bus is in motion
16. Present on the bus whenever there are students in the vehicle
17. Provides positive input during safety meeting
18. Provides a positive image for students through proper attire, language and health habits
19. Maintains composure under stressful situations
20. Attends assigned safety meetings and/or workshops
21. Reports all accidents and/or near accidents to supervisor
22. Responsible to see that bus is fueled
23. Reports potentially hazardous situations
24. Willingness to work with supervisor and drivers
25. Must be of good moral character
26. Must report all major misconduct of children under their supervision
27. Shall report any accident or injury to pupils while in their care
28. Use of cell phone as outlined by school policy
29. Proper use of time clock system District has in place
30. Maintain confidential nature of all school-related matters
31. Other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee

EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the School Board

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of support staff personnel. Bus drivers may be suspended from duty at any time by the Superintendent or designee for inefficiency, breach of rules, insubordination, or other good cause. Final dismissal from service to be made at the discretion of the Board of Education.