Bus Driver (Contracted with Benefits for the 2025-2026 School Year)

Waynesboro High School; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to ensure the safe and efficient transport of students. This role involves compliance with state regulations and school policies, performing daily inspections, and maintaining discipline among students during transit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety and responsibility while providing a comfortable and secure environment for students. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on students' daily lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

CDL Licensure Bonus

Training Sessions

Safety Equipment Provided

Qualifications

• Must meet all bus driver certification and licensing requirements.
• Ability to operate various vehicle types safely.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school daily.
• Adhere to motor vehicle laws and school policies.

Skills

Bus Driver Certification

State Licensing Requirements

Vehicle Operation

Safety Regulations Compliance

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

To transport students safely and efficiently to and from school on a daily basis.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Meet all bus driver certification requirements
• Meet state requirements for appropriate licensing
• Meet state physical examination requirements
• Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Operations

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• To comply with Motor Vehicle Laws and Regulations of the State Board of Education.
• To adhere to all policies and procedures in the Waynesboro Public Schools Transportation Handbook for Bus Drivers.
• To operate the bus over the assigned route and make no changes unless authorized.
• To wear the driver's safety lap belt if equipped.
• To use a substitute driver approved by the division superintendent when necessary.
• To stop in the right-hand lane for pupil pickup and drop-off at designated stops where the bus is visible from both directions. On divided highways, stops should be arranged to avoid pupils crossing the highway.
• To exercise care for pupils' safety and comfort, ensuring no pupils ride outside the bus or with heads, hands, or arms out of windows.
• To perform daily pre-trip inspections, report repairs needed, and exercise care in bus use.
• To govern the bus speed according to legal limits for school buses.
• To come to a full stop at railroad crossings, listen and look carefully before crossing.
• To maintain discipline and report disobedience to the principal.
• In case of breakdown, to place flags and flares as per law, notify authorities, and keep pupils on the bus until repairs or transfer.
• To refrain from alcohol, tobacco, profanity, and unclean language while on duty, and ensure pupils conduct appropriately.
• To complete all reports, attend meetings, and participate in training sessions as required.
• To be responsible for flags, flares, first-aid kits, and fire extinguishers.
• To prevent objects that restrict passage or emergency exits from being placed on the bus, and keep the floor clear of bottles and loose objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 182-day, 4-hour contract

Bonus: Available after successful CDL licensure and 6 months of service as a bus driver.