Bus Driver (CDL) Substitute

Englewood Public School District; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Englewood Public School District is seeking substitute school bus drivers for a flexible schedule during the school year (August through May). Most trips occur in the afternoon and may extend into the evening, supporting transportation for athletic events, band trips, and extracurricular activities.

Candidates must be available at least two days per week on a consistent basis; no minimum weekly hours are guaranteed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of school bus driving experience preferred.
• No more than 4 points on MVR in last 3 years.
• Valid CDL with BP2S endorsement; DOT physical; CPR/First Aid.
• Mountain Driving Certification required (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned school bus in accordance with regulations.
• Follow route directions and times with schedulers.
• Inspect vehicle pre- and post-run for safety.
• Assist with loading/unloading and secure wheelchairs.
• Administer first aid and report incidents.
• Maintain student conduct and safety on board.
• Participate in training and required meetings.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Flexibility

Dependable

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Two years of school bus driving experience

CDL with BP2S endorsement

DOT physical

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Operations/Maintenance/Transportation/ Bus Driver
  
• Date Posted:
  7/29/2026
  
• Location:
  Transportation
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
• Closing Date:
  See Posting
  

Effective: 2026-2027 School Year

Status: Non-exempt

Work Days/Hours: Hourly as needed during the school year
Benefits Eligible: No

The need for substitute bus drivers varies throughout

POSITION SUMMARY:

Englewood Schools is seeking school bus drivers who are looking for a flexible driving schedule during the school year (August through May). This position primarily supports transportation for athletic events, band trips, and other extracurricular activities.

Candidates must be available to drive at least two days per week on a consistent basis. Please note that this position does not guarantee a minimum number of weekly hours. Most trips occur in the afternoon and extend into the evening.

This is an excellent opportunity for drivers who enjoy a flexible schedule while supporting students and school activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate assigned school bus/vehicle in accordance with federal, state, municipal and district regulations, policies, and laws.
• Follow route directions and times with Departmental Schedulers.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
  Maintain student conduct that insures the safety of all students.
• Issue written discipline reports as needed.
• Perform pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle.
• Report all delays, accidents/incidents immediately to transportation management or appropriate authorities.
• Monitor passengers for medical or behavioral problems.
• Administer first aid and provide written reports as required.
• Aid in loading and unloading passengers via the stairs or lift mechanisms including securing wheelchairs, mobility aids, oxygen bottles, band and athletic equipment, or luggage as required by route assignment and need. Ensure restraints such as safety vests, seat belts, Child Safety Restraint Systems (CDRS), or other restraining devices are properly secured.
• Train passengers on proper emergency procedures in the event of an emergency.
• Establish student, staff and parental rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems.
  Actively participate in meetings, in-service, and other required training.
• Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understands to support Operations, Maintenance and Transportation.
• May perform vehicle maintenance.
• Performs a variety of physical maintenance tasks in and around the Duell Service Center, including climbing ladders to clean bus windows, using an air blower on the grounds, raking leaves, removing snow (including shoveling paths to ensure student access to buses), mopping, sweeping, cleaning and maintaining the office space.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
  

SUPERVISION/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.

Education/training/experience, license/certification, general expectations, physical demands, and work environment factors described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION/TRAINING/EXPERIENCE:

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience driving a school bus preferred.
• No more than 4 points on your Motor Vehicle Record in the last three (3) years.
• Operating knowledge of school bus, school bus emergency equipment, knowledge of the use of safety vest and other adaptive systems, lifts and tie downs required upon completing District training.
• Driver fluency will be determined through the interview process.

Mountain Driving Certification required (Training and certification provided)
Valid CDL with BP2S endorsement (or able to obtain within three weeks of hire date).
Must maintain driving record that meets the standards of the District insurance policy.
Valid CPR and First Aid Certification.
Current DOT physical required.
Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical and a drug & alcohol test prior to employment.
Current First Aid and CPR (or obtained within the first ninety days of employment).

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:

• Recognizes the importance of safety in the workplace, follows safety rules, practices safe work habits, and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 75 (seventy-five) pounds.
Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds.
Frequent to constant sitting and reaching.
Occasional standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling and climbing.
Visual concentration.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Regular exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving parts, and vibration.
Occasional exposure to adverse climate and weather conditions.
Noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

REPORTS TO:

Director of Transportation or designee.

LOCATION:

DUELL Service Center

SALARY:

CDL Bus Driver hourly rate is $26.92 - $30.45per hour, based upon previous related experience.

CLOSING DATE:

This position will close 5 days from the posting date. If vacancy is not filled within 5 days, the vacancy will remain posted until filled.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New hires or rehires will be responsible for the fingerprint processing fee required for background checks through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.
In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 and Colorado law, Englewood Schools does not unlawfully discriminate against otherwise qualified students, employees, applicants for employment, or members of the public on the basis of disability, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, family composition, or need for special education services. Discrimination against employees and applicants for employment based on age, genetic information, and conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth is also prohibited in accordance with state and/or federal law. Harassment, if it rises to the level described in state law, is a prohibited form of discrimination. To review Title IX policies and procedures, please click here. Inquiries or complaints may be referred to Dr. Rana Razzaque , Director of Opportunity, Access & Inclusion and Title IX Coordinator, 4101 S. Bannock St., Englewood, CO 80110, 303-806-2004 or may be filed directly with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, 1244 North Speer Blvd., Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204. Complaints regarding violations of Title VII (employment) and the ADEA (prohibiting age discrimination in employment) may be filed directly with the Federal Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, 950 17th St., Suite 300, Denver, CO 80202, or the Colorado Civil Rights Commission, 1560 Broadway, Suite 825, Denver, CO 80202.