Ocosta - Substitute Bus Drivers

Ocosta School District; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ocosta School District is hiring Substitute Bus Drivers for the 2024/25 school year in Westport, CT. This role involves safely transporting students, conducting necessary inspections and participating in school-related trips. Candidates need a High School Diploma and must be able to obtain a valid CDL.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision available after 630 hours

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Washington State Patrol background check and fingerprint check.
• Complete school bus driver training programs and courses.
• Operate a school bus per Washington State laws.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses in various weather conditions.
• Transport students and authorized persons over established routes.
• Participate in field trips and co-curricular activities.

Skills

Ability to inspect and clean school buses

Maintain control of student passengers

Perform basic first aid, including CPR

Education

High School Diploma

Current Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

The Ocosta School District in Westport, CT, is accepting applications for Substitute Bus Drivers for the 2024/25 school year. The role involves operating school buses in various weather conditions, transporting students and authorized persons over established routes, and participating in field, co-curricular, and special activity trips as authorized by school district administration.

Desired Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Valid First Aid Card
• Current Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain one
• Successful completion of Washington State Patrol background and fingerprint check
• Ability to inspect and clean school buses and related equipment
• Maintain control of student passengers and report unsafe acts or conditions
• Complete required forms, records, and reports
• Complete school bus driver training programs and courses
• Operate a school bus in accordance with Washington State laws and policies
• Operate all school bus equipment and accessories
• Perform safety inspections and bus cleaning/servicing
• Operate all controls as per Washington State School Bus Specifications
• Perform basic first aid, including CPR if necessary
• Complete forms and reports accurately and legibly

Compensation and benefits are competitive with industry standards. If the substitute works or is expected to work 630 hours or more per school year, benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and others are available through the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB).

Employment is contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.