On-Call School Bus Driver — Student Transport

Ellicottville Central; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Ellicottville Central is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students and staff on routes and field trips under the supervision of the Director of Facilities. You will perform pre-trip inspections, ensure safety, and report any issues promptly.

Requirements include a CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, a DMV license, and a high school diploma or GED. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Training and ongoing education are provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Ability to perform pre-trip inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Effective verbal and written communication and time management.
• Physical ability to move through the bus and supervise students.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives a school bus on designated routes and schedules.
• Transports students, staff, and others on field trips.
• Inspects bus daily before transporting passengers; ensures safety.
• Cleans and refuels bus as needed; maintains equipment.
• Ensures communication device is functional before each trip.
• Reports mechanical issues, violations, or accidents promptly.
• Arranges for routine maintenance and bus transport to service facilities.
• Maintains order and discipline per district policies.
• Tracks route timing and submits required reports.
• Ensures no child is left alone on the bus.
• Inventories emergency supplies and lists needs.
• Helps with bus drills and evacuations as required.
• Attends trainings and continued education.

Skills

Traffic laws knowledge

Manual dexterity

Visual and hearing acuity

Verbal and written communication

Organizational and time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Tools

CDL Class B with P & School Bus endorsement

DMV license

Job description

Ellicottville Central is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students and staff on routes and field trips under the supervision of the Director of Facilities. You will perform pre-trip inspections, ensure safety, and report any issues promptly.

Requirements include a CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, a DMV license, and a high school diploma or GED. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred. Training and ongoing education are provided.