Copy Of Substitute Bus Driver

SASED; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Bus Driver and Community Driver, where you will play a crucial role in providing safe transportation for students with developmental and physical disabilities. This position not only involves driving but also engaging with students in community instruction, ensuring their safety and well-being. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team to create inclusive experiences for students aged 3-18. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and possess excellent interpersonal skills, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute positively to your community.

Qualifications

• Must be 21+ years old with a current Illinois driver's license.
• Hold a standard Illinois Bus Driver’s permit and CDL.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation for students to school and community sites.
• Assist with community instruction programs and scheduling.

Skills

Safe transportation

Interpersonal skills

Community instruction

Behavior plan implementation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Transportation software

Job description

• Position Type:
  Transportation/ Bus and Van Driver
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/27/2025
  
  
• Location:
  SASED Administrative Offices
  
  

Position: Bus Driver and Community Driver

Reports to: Transportation Liaison and Director of Business Services/CSBO

Job goal: The SASED Bus Driver and Community Driver will provide services to students throughout SASED ages 3-18 that have developmental and physical disabilities.

Qualifications:

1. Eligible employees must be age 21 or older and maintain a current Illinois State driver’s license.
2. Maintain a standard Illinois Bus Driver’s permit and CDL in compliance with the DuPage County Regional Office of Education and the Illinois State Transportation rules and regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide safe transportation for students and staff to and from school and community sites.
2. Assist in the implementation of community instruction programs.
3. Assist with the creation of community schedules with the Transportation Liaison.
4. Complete daily safety checks for all vans/buses and report any problems to the Director of Business/CSBO.
5. Maintain general maintenance for all vans/buses utilized by SASED.
6. Comply with accident procedures as established by SASED Administrator.
7. Assist with in-servicing staff on safety procedures, telephone usage and evacuation drills, and maintain documentation of all in-service and safety drills.
8. Provide input regarding additional community instruction options to the Program Administrator.
9. Demonstrate the ability to follow individualized behavior plans created by the educational team.
10. Demonstrate proper safety measures regarding equipment, supplies, and the ability to safely transfer students using a variety of specialized equipment.
11. Work flexibly with students of varying ability levels.
12. Demonstrate a professional work ethic and excellent interpersonal skills to promote a collaborative team effort.
13. Coordinate and schedule community trips and field trips for SASED programs.
14. Effectively work as a team member.
15. Escort and assist students as needed on community and field trips.
16. Communicate in multiple forms of communication.
17. Utilize transportation software to monitor routes and vehicle activity.

Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Requirements:

Frequency of time = (N = 0-24%, O = 25-49%, F= 50-74%, C=75-100%)

Activity:

1. Lifting/Carrying:
   • 11 – 20 lbs.
   • 21 – 40 lbs.
   • 41 – 60 lbs.
   • 61 – 100 lbs.
   • 100+ lbs.

Comments:

Terms of employment: Up to 177 day work year at a pay rate established by the Board of Directors in accordance with its Agreement.