Bus Driver, Part-Time

Somerton School District; Somerton (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Somerton School District is seeking a part-time transportation assistant to operate a school bus and transport students on a scheduled route. The role requires a valid Arizona CDL and school bus certification, with a fingerprint clearance card at hire. The position is 9 months with no benefit package.

Work is performed under supervision in all weather conditions; individuals must maintain discipline on the bus and complete necessary reports as required by the District.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess an Arizona commercial driver’s license and school bus driver certification.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at time of hiring.
• Additional certifications may be required as specified by the District.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip inspection of bus.
• Transport students on scheduled routes.
• Maintain discipline on the bus.
• Prepare discipline reports.
• Perform post-trip inspection and report maintenance problems.
• Maintain mileage and student count log.
• Prepare incident reports as needed.
• Transport students on field trips and other outings.
• Wash and keep bus clean and orderly.

Skills

Bus operation

Safety procedures

Discipline management

Communication

Following instructions

Education

Arizona CDL

School bus driver certification

Fingerprint clearance

Job description

SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Transportation

TYPE: Classified STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY: $17.92-19.26 (DOE, up to 5 years experience, 9-month position, No Benefit Package) WORK CALENDAR: 181 DAYS, 3 Hours Per Day START DATE: September 2026

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

SUMMARY

Under close supervision, operates a school bus to safely transport students for Somerton School District No. 11.

Specific Duties/Tasks Include

• Performs pre-trip inspection of bus, including checking gas, oil, water, lights, brakes and safety.
• Transports students to and from school along a scheduled route.
• Maintains discipline on the bus.
• Prepares necessary discipline reports.
• Performs post-trip inspection of bus and reports any maintenance problems.
• Maintains mileage and student count log.
• Prepares incident reports as needed.
• Transports students on field trips and other outings.
• Washes and keeps bus clean and orderly and performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Other Characteristics Required

• Knowledge of motor vehicle laws, especially pertaining to school bus operation.
• Knowledge of school bus inspection methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of school disciplinary procedures.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in safely operating a school bus.
• Skill in monitoring students and keeping order while driving.
• Skill in following oral and written instructions.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.

Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments.
• Work requires frequent driving, bending and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• May be exposed to moving equipment, extreme weather conditions, toxic fumes and chemicals and infectious diseases.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess an Arizona commercial driver’s license and school bus driver certification.
• Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at the time of hiring.