Bus Driver - Substitute

Minnesota Service Cooperatives; Oot Park (NY); On-site; USD 33,269; Part time

Job summary

A public school district in New York is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to operate buses on designated routes and ensure student safety. Responsibilities include performing pre-trip inspections and maintaining proper student discipline. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with a clean record. This position offers a compensation rate of $24.15 hourly, primarily in a school term schedule with morning and afternoon shifts.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Minnesota driver's license with a good driving record.
• At least 3 years of driving experience.
• Availability to work mornings and afternoons.

Responsibilities

• Operate bus on designated routes, transporting authorized students.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspection on assigned bus.
• Maintain proper discipline according to district policies.

Skills

Positive behavior role modeling

Experience with diverse communities

Child interaction

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

School bus

Job description

Position Details

Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Driver - Substitute

Date Posted: 1/16/2026

Location: District Office East

Closing Date: Accepting Applications

Job Description

Substitute Positions: M-F, school term, morning and afternoon

Application Procedure

All applicants apply online at http://www.district196.org/ as an External applicant

Bus Driver Job Summary

• Operates bus on designated route and schedule, transporting only authorized students – routes, buses and times may vary.
• Performs daily pre-trip inspection on assigned bus.
• Maintains proper student discipline according to district policies and department procedures.
• Keeps assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Completes pre-trip logs, mileage, maintenance, accident and discipline reports as required and/or requested.
• The district provides training to obtain necessary licensure.

Bus Driver Physical Requirements

• Pre-trip vehicle inspection: lifting hood, climbing and reaching to inspect engine area, bending and squatting to inspect tires, walking up and down bus aisle to check seats and exits. Will require some periods of exposure to elements.
• Continued braking, accelerating, steering and operation of service door and controls while driving.
• Capable of lifting or dragging students in case of an emergency (ranging in weight from small child to full adult weight).
• Exposure to road dust, occasional fuel and exhaust fumes.

Bus Driver and Chaperone Qualifications

• Applicants must be a high school graduate or hold GED.
• Have a valid Minnesota driver's license with a good driving record and at least 3 years of driving experience (in any type of vehicle) for Bus Driving Position.
• Prefer individuals available to work mornings and afternoons.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Demonstrates and role models positive, safe and responsible behavior.
• Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Reporting To

Coordinator of Transportation

Compensation & Benefits

Bus Drivers: $24.15 Hourly (based 2024-25)

Retired Bus Driver from District 196: $24.95 Hourly

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.

District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.

District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K-12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18-22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As required by Title IX and other state and federal nondiscrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups.

The Director of Human Resources, Joel Milteer (651-423-7859 – [e-mail]) is the designated Title IX Coordinator and has also been designated to respond to employment-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson (651-423-7782 – [e-mail]) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen (651-423-7712 – [e-mail]) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding the district's non-discrimination policies. The Director of Special Education, Janet Fimmen (651-423-7629 – [e-mail]) has been designated to respond to inquiries concerning the rights of a student with a disability. The mailing address for all directors is 3455 153rd Street W, Rosemount, MN 55068. Title IX inquiries may also be referred to the Assistant Secretary of the US Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

* Asterisked categories are limited to employment-related discrimination and harassment.