Bus Driver (Part-Time)

Dishchii'Bikoh Community School; Arizona; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dishchii’Bikoh Community School is seeking a reliable school bus driver to transport students on scheduled routes and field trips. The role requires a valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean record and completion of School Bus Driver Certification as per state rules.

You will ensure passenger safety, perform pre/post trip checks, manage student conduct, and communicate with school staff. This is a split-shift, weekday position.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Must meet requirements for School Bus Driver Certification.
• Knowledge of Arizona traffic laws.
• Ability to drive safely and under pressure.
• Able to communicate with students, parents and staff.
• Read and understand routes and schedules; punctuality required.
• Split-shift AM & PM workweek schedule.

Responsibilities

• Drive school bus and/or school van safely on routes and field trips.
• Assist students with loading/unloading and safety procedures.
• Administer first aid when needed and assess emergencies.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Maintain bus cleanliness and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Reading maps/routes

Punctuality

Safety awareness

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Arizona Driver's License

Job description

Description

To safely drive a school bus and/or school van to transport students over scheduled routes and/or special excursions.

Essential Duties

• Drive school bus and/or school van safely to transport students over scheduled routes and/or special excursions (field trips, athletic events)
• Assist students and other passengers to provide for safe loading and unloading from buses during normal and emergency transport
• Administer first aid and medical assistance to provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students
• Assess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of passengers
• Instruct students in the rules and regulations of safe bus riding and evacuation procedures
• Manage and handle conduct of students and passengers while they are on the bus
• Inform school and/or district personnel of practices and incidents, providing information for proper procedures
• Prepare documentation to provide appropriate personnel with written support and/or to convey information
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of each bus you drive each day
• Report any discrepancies to vehicle maintenance following proper procedures
• Do not drive an unsafe bus; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bus
• Complete required paperwork and keep route sheet current
• Attend training programs to maintain skills and meet requirements of school bus certificate
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit

Marginal Duties

• Assisting other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

Supervision

Supervisor, Transportation

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Requirements

Dishchii’Bikoh Community School maintains a drug-free workplace and reserves the right to test employees for use of alcohol or drugs on the basis of cause. In addition, bus drivers and other employees required to have a Commercial Driver’s license shall be tested as a part of the initial and annual physical examination required for certification by state law. In compliance with federal law, bus drivers and other employees required to have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) shall also be tested upon application, post-accident, and at random

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred
• Must possess a valid Arizona Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Must meet requirements for School Bus Driver Certification (i.e. attend State Bus Driver clinic and pass fingerprint check)
• Knowledge of Arizona traffic laws
• Proficient demonstration of driving skills; ability to drive under pressure
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with students, parents, coworkers and district personnel at all levels
• Ability to read and understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district helpful
• Ability to meet time schedules, punctuality and reliability a must
• Ability to work varying driving assignments
• Physical ability to pull, reach, push, bend and walk
• Successfully pass bus driver agility test
• Ability to work both AM & PM bus routes every weekday. This is a split-shift position