Permanent Substitute Bus Drivers

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 Permanent Substitute Bus Drivers for full-time positions at the Bus Garage. Responsibilities include operating a school bus, checking its conditions, and maintaining order among children. A valid 'CDL B' license with 'PS' endorsement is required.

This is a 10-month position following the school calendar with an annual salary of $22,883 and benefits per the CSEA contract. Applications are open until filled.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid 'CDL B' license with 'PS' endorsement.
• Ability to operate a bus under difficult driving conditions.
• Must meet DMV and state education commissioner requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on a regular schedule.
• Check the operating condition of the bus before trips.
• Maintain orderly conduct of children on the bus.

Skills

Mental alertness

Dependability

Basic behavior management skills

Education

Minimum 'CDL B' license with 'PS' endorsement and air brakes

DMV requirements for School Bus Driver

Requirements set forth by NY State Commissioner of Education

Job description

Posting #26-080

ANTICIPATED VACANCY NOTICE

DATE: December 18, 2025

POSITION TITLE: Permanent Substitute Bus Drivers (3 positions)

CURRENT ASSIGNMENT: Bus Garage (Transportation Department)

CERTIFICATION: Civil Service - Non-Competitive Class

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

PRIMARY WORK ACTIVITIES

Typical activities characteristic of the class.

• 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

Education, specialized background, training and experience.

• 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 positions
• 10-month positions, follows school calendar
• No designated route
• $22,883.00 per year
• Benefits per CSEA contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open Until Filled

All applicants must submit a RecruitFront online employment application (found on our website: www.mexicocsd.org), including contact information for three professional references. Refer to posting #26-080 in all correspondence.

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.