Part-Time School Bus Driver

Rome Floyd Chamber; Rome, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Rome Floyd Chamber in Georgia is seeking a dedicated part-time School Bus Driver to transport students along designated routes, ensuring safety and punctuality. You will perform daily safety checks, maintain orderly conduct on the bus, and communicate with the district as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Prior experience is preferred; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Requires valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of school bus safety procedures and district policies.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on designated routes and pick up students on schedule.
• Perform daily safety inspections of buses.
• Maintain order and supervise students on the bus.
• Assist with loading and unloading and transport to field trips.
• Complete logs and reports.

Skills

Defensive driving

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

Under the direction of the Superintendent/Principal, operate a school bus or district vehicle over

designated routes to transport students safely and efficiently to an assigned location on a designated

route; observe legal and non-aggressive defensive driving practices; perform regular safety inspections;

ensure the safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate a school bus along a designated route; pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules; observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus in accordance with policies related to disciplining students; enforce district policies and procedures related to transportation of students.
• Monitor student activities and behavior; reports observations and/or incidents (e.g., bus stop
• Determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid to passengers as needed.
• Conduct required daily safety inspections of buses; inspect the interior, exterior and engine of buses to assure safe operational condition; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as required.
• Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep and clean the exterior, interior and windows of assigned buses; refuel, service and prepare vehicles for operation.
• Supervise the loading and unloading of general education students and students with special needs; assure students with special needs are seated safety and seat belts, harnesses and wheelchair clamps are secured as required.
• Provide bus evacuation and safety instruction to district staff and students.
• Load, secure, transport and unload equipment and cargo.
• Transport students, staff and parents on field trips or other events; meet scheduled departure and arrival times as assigned.
• Prepare and maintain related logs, work orders, records and reports.
• Record and submit reports on driving time, mileage, fuel and oil consumption, student counts and safety inspections.
• Operate equipment, including wheelchair lifts, tie downs, seat belts, harnesses and other adaptive equipment as necessary.
• Operate a two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communications.
• Attend safety meetings, in-service training and programs as assigned.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Certain professional and personal characteristics are essential for success. The Occupational Therapist must:

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
• Exhibit a passion for ensuring the safe travel of students and staff
• Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and families
• Model empathy, patience, and a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Credentials

• Graduation from high school or equivalent GED

Knowledge of:

• Safe and defensive driving practices
• Proper operations of school buses
• Applicable Georgia motor vehicle codes, Education code and State and federal traffic and student transportation laws, policies, guidelines and regulations
• Basic record-keeping techniques
• Proper usage of a two-way radio
• Health and safety regulations
• Oral and written communication skills

Preferred Credentials

• Prior experience as a school bus driver

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Ability to:

• Drive a school bus safely and efficiently
• Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on buses
• Learn and follow designated routes
• Learn and interpret rules, regulations, laws and policies governing the district
• Maintain the bus in clean and proper working condition
• Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance
• Understand and follow oral and written directions
• Meet schedules and timelines
• Participate in required trainings to include the EL Model of the school
• Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS & DEMANDS OF THE JOB

Mental and Physical Ongoing Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress including changing traffic conditions and hazards, sitting for extended periods of time while operating buses; hearing and speaking to exchange information; reaching, pulling and pushing to open bus doors; bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to inspect and wash buses; reaching overhead, above the shoulders or horizontally, seeing to monitor passengers and operate a vehicle; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling adaptive equipment and students.

Mental and Physical Occasional Demands: Lifting and carrying 10-25 pounds frequently, 25-40 pounds occasionally

Environmental Ongoing Factors: Frequent exposure to temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity

Environmental Occasional Factors: Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases,

WORK SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

• Part-time per week to fulfill route needs
• Salary commensurate with experience

Additional Info

Job Type : Part-time

Education Level : High School

Experience Level : Entry Level

Job Function : General