On-Call School Bus Driver – Safe Student Transport

Olympia School District; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Olympia School District is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students on scheduled routes and excursions, while enforcing safety rules and maintaining vehicle safety. The role is on-call, supporting the Transportation Department on various hours and routes.

Preferred applicants meet the WA state qualifications for school bus drivers. The district emphasizes diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities, with contact details available through Human

Qualifications

• Skills to operate school buses and vans in a safe manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.
• Ability to evaluate schedules and meet deadlines.
• Ability to plan and organize activities.
• Ability to administer first aid.

Responsibilities

• Assesses potential emergency situations and takes appropriate action.
• Assists students for safe ingress/egress from buses.
• Drives school buses and vans to transport students on routes.
• Inspects vehicles to ensure safe operating condition.
• Fuels vehicles and maintains cleanliness for safety and appearance.
• Prepares documentation and reports for follow-up actions.

Skills

Safe vehicle operation

Effective communication

Schedule evaluation

Planning and organizing

First aid

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Olympia School District is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students on scheduled routes and excursions, while enforcing safety rules and maintaining vehicle safety. The role is on-call, supporting the Transportation Department on various hours and routes.

Preferred applicants meet the WA state qualifications for school bus drivers. The district emphasizes diversity and provides accommodations to applicants with disabilities, with contact details available through Human