Bus Driver - Substitute

Independent School District 196; Rosemount (MN); On-site; USD 33,269 - 34,371; Part time

Job summary

Independent School District 196 is looking for Bus Drivers to operate school transportation services. Responsibilities include daily bus inspections, transporting students, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a valid Minnesota driver's license and enjoy working with children.

This position pays $24.15 hourly, with opportunities for retired drivers to earn $24.95 hourly. Join our commitment to providing safe transportation and nurturing educational environments.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record required.
• Willingness to work mornings and afternoons.

Responsibilities

• Operate bus on assigned route and schedule.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections on the bus.
• Maintain student discipline according to district policies.

Skills

Experience working with children

Positive and responsible behavior

Ability to work with diverse communities

Education

High school graduate or GED

Tools

Minnesota driver's license

Job description

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

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

Bus Driver Physical Requirements

1. 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.
2. Continued braking, accelerating, steering and operation of service door and controls while driving.
3. Capable of lifting or dragging students in case of an emergency (ranging in weight from small child to full adult weight).
4. Exposure to road dust, occasional fuel and exhaust fumes.

Bus Driver Qualifications

1. Applicants must be a high school graduate or hold GED.
2. 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.
3. Prefer individuals available to work mornings and afternoons.
4. Enjoy working with children.
5. Demonstrates and role models positive, safe and responsible behavior.
6. Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Responsible To

Coordinator of Transportation

Compensation / Benefits

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

Retired Bus Driver from District 196: $24.95 Hourly

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.

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