Bus Driver - Tentative Posting

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Centre (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cherokee County School District is seeking a dependable Bus Driver for a full-time 182-day contract (4 hours per day). You will ensure safe transportation, adherence to schedules, and student supervision on assigned routes.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections, reporting, maintaining a clean bus, and delivering courteous, professional service to students and staff. Training and adherence to district policies are required.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement required.
• Alabama School Bus Certification from the Alabama Department of Education.
• Alabama School Bus Physical/ALDOT Health Card required by state law.
• Maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record (MVR).
• Background clearance as per Alabama statutes and State Board regulations.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system's vision and priorities.
• Adheres to traffic laws and driving safety rules.
• Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and completes forms.
• Maintains a clean bus and professional conduct with students.
• Transports students safely on routes, field trips, and events.
• Reports incidents, mechanical issues, and discipline concerns promptly.
• Follows procedures for emergencies and evacuations when needed.

Skills

CDL Class B

School Bus Endorsement

AL Bus Certification

MVR compliance

Background check

Job description

BUS DRIVER – Full-time (182 Day) Contract - 4 Hours

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Minimum Class B with School Bus and Passenger Endorsement; Alabama School Bus Driving Certification from the Alabama Department of Education.
2. Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law of the Alabama State Department of Education
3. Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system and state insurance requirements.
4. Must meet background clearance as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

JOB GOAL:

To provide safe and efficient transportation for each student to receive the best possible advantage from the system's curriculum and extracurricular programs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals, and priorities.
2. Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.
3. Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.
4. Performs daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and completes and submits form as required. Performs post-trip inspection of the bus.
5. Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.
6. Maintains a clean bus.
7. Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.
8. Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.
9. Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities.
10. Regulates heating, cooling and/or ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.
11. Notifies Director and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness.
12. Maintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulations.
13. Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members and other employees.
14. Picks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule.
15. Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary.
16. Transports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events as assigned.
17. Attends scheduled trainings.
18. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
19. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
20. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
21. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
22. Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.
23. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
24. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
25. Reports identified mechanical needs to Transportation Department.
26. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the transportation supervisor/principal.

Salary Range:

According to Cherokee County Schools Salary Schedule. Actual salary will be determined by public school experience.

Salary Schedule: https://www.cherokeek12.org/en-US/human-resources

Additional Information:

Please contact the Transportation Supervisor and/or School Principal for any additional inquiries.

Terms of Employment:

Nine-month (182-day) contract/4 Hours

School Directory: https://www.cherokeek12.org/en-US/schools

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. This job description is not a contract, and is not intended to be a contract. The Cherokee County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.