Nine-Month School Bus Driver | CDL-B, Training

Independence School District; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking a reliable School Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and activities in a safe, timely manner. You will work with teachers and staff to follow bus plans and uphold student safety.

The role requires maintaining a professional demeanor, performing daily pre-trip inspections, and complying with district and traffic regulations. A CDL-B with school bus endorsement is mandatory, with training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people preferred.
• Ability to learn skills with training.
• Must obtain Missouri CDL-B with school bus and passenger endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents and other staff members in the implementation of behavior and bus plans for students.
• Work with students to encourage and reinforce appropriate behavior and safe riding.
• Adapt to changes and behaviors to meet the students needs.
• Interact positively with students and model appropriate behavior.
• Maintain confidentiality of student records and other information shared about students.
• Participate in requested training responsibilities.
• Responsibilities may include the following: Performs daily pre-trip inspection before leaving the lot; Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort; Complies with local traffic regulations; Reports delays or accidents; Correctly completes required student reports, etc. in a timely manner; Correctly follows all oral and written instructions given by supervisors and dispatchers; Maintains good student discipline; Follows all regulations outlined in the current Driver Instruction Manual; Responds appropriately to all standard road signs and instructions; Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience with children

Ability to learn

Education

Missouri CDL-B with school bus endorsement

Job description

Independence School District is seeking a reliable School Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and activities in a safe, timely manner. You will work with teachers and staff to follow bus plans and uphold student safety.

The role requires maintaining a professional demeanor, performing daily pre-trip inspections, and complying with district and traffic regulations. A CDL-B with school bus endorsement is mandatory, with training provided as needed.