Bus Driver (Substitute - On Call)

Madison Elementary District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Madison Elementary School District Madison Maintenance and Transportation Dept. in Phoenix is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver on call. The role requires a CDL and AZ School Bus Certification, fingerprint clearance, and CPR/First Aid certification to transport students safely and maintain records.

The candidate should be able to read gauges and maps, follow routes, and ensure student safety while adhering to SDS safety regulations. Work involves after-hours athletic events when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CDL and Arizona School Bus Certification required.
• DPS fingerprint clearance card required.
• First aid and CPR certification required.
• Understand students and be dedicated to their safety.
• Knowledge of state/local vehicle regulations for school transportation.
• Complete reports and read gauges, routes and maps.
• Knowledge of safety regulations in SDS related to hazardous chemicals.
• Comply with state and federal physical requirements.
• Relate well to students, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to/from school, field trips and events.
• Maintain a safe driving record.
• Administer first aid/CPR if needed.
• Perform pre- and post-bus inspections and maintain assigned bus for safety and cleanliness.
• Report bus malfunctions in writing to supervisor.
• Maintain an accurate daily mileage log.
• Supervise students using PBIS and CPI strategies.
• Report student misconduct to supervisor and assistant principal.
• Review routes and stay familiar with routes, policy changes, and regulations.
• Follow assigned routes and recommend changes to router/dispatcher.
• Handle chemicals on the job as needed (e.g., cleaners, fuels).
• Be prepared to work after hours for sports and field trips.
• Contribute to team with other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL and Arizona School Bus Certified

Fingerprint clearance

First aid and CPR certified

Safety regulations knowledge (SDS)

Positive relation with students, staff

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Bus Driver (Substitute - On Call)

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Job Details

Job ID: 4024212
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: Bus Driver

All Bus Drivers are required to hold a fingerprint clearance card.

Information on the fingerprint clearance can be obtained on the AZ DPS website. https://www.azdps.gov/services/public/fingerprint

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess high school diploma or equivalent.
• Obtain CDL and Arizona School Bus Certification.
• Obtain DPS finger print clearance card.
• Obtain first aid and CPR certification.
• Have an understanding of students and be dedicated to their safety.
• Possess knowledge of state and local vehicle regulations pertaining to school bus transportation.
• Complete all necessary reports read and understands gauges, routes and maps.
• Possess knowledge of safety regulations covered in SDS (safety data sheets) as they relate to hazardous chemicals used as part of the job.
• Comply with all state and federal physical requirements.
• Relate to students, staff and public in a positive manner.

JOB GOAL:

Operate vehicles safely and transport students to and from school, on field trips, and other events as scheduled.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Transport students safely to and from school, on field trips, and other special events.
• Maintain safe driving record.
• Administer first aid and/or CPR if required.
• Perform pre and post bus inspections and maintain assigned bus for safe operation and cleanliness.
• Report in writing, malfunction of bus to supervisor immediately.
• Maintain an accurate daily mileage log.
• Supervise the conduct of students implementing PBIS and CPI strategies.
• Report, via written reports, student misconduct to supervisor and assistant principal.
• Review bus routes and become familiar with routes, policy revisions and state regulations
• Follow only assigned routes by pre-assigned stops, and recommends route and stop changes to the router/dispatcher.
• Able to use job-related chemicals, such as but not limited to the following: window cleaners, gasoline, and diesel fuel.
• Require to work after hours for sports and filed trips as directed
• Contribute to the team by accomplishing other duties as assigned.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents in English as well as the ability to write routine correspondence in English. Ability to speak effectively in English before groups of customer or employees.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations / issues. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written and verbal form.

EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated by the Transportation Supervisor.

SUPERVISION:

Supervised by the Transportation Supervisor. Exercises supervision over the passengers who ride the bus.

GRADE / SALARY SCHEDULE / LENGTH OF WORK YEAR:

Grade H Salary Range: $19.73-$23.94 (DOE)

Position Type: Substitute

Salary: $19.73 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Ryan Statom
• Madison Maintenance and Transportation Dept.
• Email: [e-mail]