Permanent Substitute Bus Driver

Mexico Central School District; New York (NY); On-site; USD 20,594 - 25,171; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits per CSEA contract

Job summary

The Mexico Central School District is seeking a Permanent Substitute Bus Driver to operate school buses for various assignments. The position is full-time with a salary of $22,883 per year, following the school calendar.

Key responsibilities include ensuring the safety and conduct of children on board, performing minor maintenance tasks, and maintaining operational records. Applicants must hold a valid CDL B license with a PS endorsement and meet state education department requirements.

This role offers benefits as per the CSEA contract and is open until filled.

Qualifications

• Must have a Minimum “CDL B” license with “PS” endorsement and air brakes.
• Must operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions.
• Must follow simple oral and written directions.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on a regular schedule or on special occasions.
• Maintain orderly conduct of children on bus.
• Report any operational defects to immediate superior.

Skills

Mental alertness

Dependability

Basic skills for behavior management

Education

Minimum “CDL B” license with “PS” endorsement

Meet all DMV requirements for School Bus Driver

Satisfy requirements set by the New York State Commissioner of Education

Job description

Posting #26-102

ANTICIPATED VACANCY NOTICE

DATE: February 27, 2026

POSITION TITLE: Permanent Substitute Bus Driver

CURRENT ASSIGNMENT: Bus Garage (Transportation Department)

CERTIFICATION: Civil Service - Non-Competitive Class

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

PRIMARY WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Operate a school bus on a regular schedule or on special occasions
• Checks the operating condition of the bus before starting on a trip
• Reports any operational defect to immediate superior
• Informs children about safety practices
• Maintains orderly conduct of children on bus
• Keeps interior and exterior of vehicle clean and neat
• May be required to operate a station wagon or other similar vehicle
• May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle
• May be required to perform bus aide duties
• Daily tasks will be assigned by immediate Supervisor
• Maintains records of mileage, routes, times and incidents
• Prepares and maintains maps of routes and pick-up points
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum “CDL B” license with “PS” endorsement and air brakes
• Must meet all DMV requirements for School Bus Driver
• Must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education
• Operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions
• Follow simple oral and written directions
• Mental alertness and dependability
• Possess basic skills required to deal with behavior management

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Full-time, probationary position
• 10-month position, follows school calendar
• No designated route
• $22,883.00 per year
• Benefits per CSEA contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, and physical handicap. EOE/AA. This position will be filled following Civil Service Law.