School Bus Driver

Boone Community School District; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a reliable Bus Driver responsible for the safe transport and basic maintenance of vehicles used for transporting students. The role requires effective communication, maintaining schedules, and ensuring student safety in accordance with policies. Successful candidates must possess a high school diploma and Iowa driver’s license, demonstrating positive interpersonal skills and a commitment to student well-being.

Qualifications

• Must possess effective communication skills in English.
• Experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Must manage multiple priorities and interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain the school transportation vehicle.
• Ensure student safety and adherence to all transportation protocols.
• Communicate with district representatives and parents/guardians.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal relations

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Child Safety Restraint Systems

Two-way radio systems

Personal Computer

Job description

Job Description

BUS DRIVER JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Bus Driver

Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Transportation Director

Pay Schedule: Transportation

Prepared/Revised Date: 2025

Work Year: 9 months

Summary

Responsible for the safe operation and basic maintenance of a vehicle transporting students to and from schools or school‑authorized events, in accordance with policies and procedures. Duties include ensuring safe operations surrounding the transportation of all riders; student management and discipline; maintaining schedules and route reference materials; and communicating with parents/guardians, students, and school officials.

Education and Related Work Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience preferred but not required.

Technical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both in writing and orally.
• Demonstrated skills with interpersonal relations and teamwork.
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and public relations.
• Skilled in critical thinking and problem solving.
• Ability to be flexible in daily scheduling of job responsibilities.
• Advanced skills in cooperation and communication with supervisors and co-workers.
• Ability to manage confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to promote and follow building and departmental policies.
• Apply and follow all school district policies and state of Iowa laws.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Iowa Department of Transportation required licensure.
• Annual Department of Transportation Medical Examiners’ Certification.
• Must pass Pre‑Employment/Post‑Offer Physical Examination; required at entry.
• Requires a valid Iowa driver’s license.

Materials and Equipment Operating Knowledge

• Personal Computer; required at entry.
• Child Safety Restraint Systems for School Buses; required at entry.
• Two‑way radio systems; required at entry.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Report at required times and maintain assigned scheduled times with an emphasis on safety.
2. Operate, inspect, and report defects of transportation vehicles in all weather and road conditions.
3. Provide support for students with disabilities, including proper use of transportation equipment, attend to hygienic needs and behavioral challenges, monitor medical conditions and utilize specialized communication tools.
4. Communicate with district representatives, parents/guardians, and community members.
5. Maintain assigned vehicle cleanliness and route guides.
6. Adhere to and enforce all regulations, policies and procedures for school bus operation and student transportation safety and conduct, including use of student monitoring technology.
7. Monitor and manage behavior of all riders using management strategies and student discipline while monitoring for suspected child abuse, harassment, bullying and medical conditions.
8. Identify and respond to emergency situations on the bus, which may include administering standard First Aid, body fluid clean‑up and evacuation procedures.
9. Accept responsibility for the safe transportation of students and assure they are all accounted for after each run, route or trip, including use of student monitoring technology.
10. Complete and submit mandatory paperwork to the Transportation Director.
11. Provide input to dispatch, routing and supervisors concerning the effectiveness and accuracy of assigned routes in respect to design, student stops, safety issues, time and student information.
12. Maintain professional communication and demeanor with all district employees, students and community members while fostering a safe and collaborative environment on the bus and maintaining a positive work environment.
13. Communicate on a two‑way radio system in accordance with Federal Communications Commission regulations.
14. Successfully complete all required courses, evaluations, and meetings.
15. Collaborate in the planning of bus evacuation plans and student management techniques on assigned routes.
16. Report any bus accidents immediately, and stay on scene until released by the Transportation Director.
17. Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

• Stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle or feel for up to 3 hours per day.
• Reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed.
• Talk, hear, taste, and smell as required for safe operation.
• Lift and move up to 10 lbs, 25 lbs, 50 lbs, 100 lbs, and occasionally over 100 lbs during transportation duties.

Mental Functions

• Compare, analyze, communicate, copy, coordinate, instruct, compute, synthesize, evaluate, use interpersonal skills, compile, and negotiate as part of daily duties.

Work Environment

• Wet or humid conditions; work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; exposure to fumes or airborne particles; exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold or heat; risk of electrical shock; work with explosives; risk of radiation; vibration.

Vision Demands

• No special vision requirements. Close vision (20 inches), distance vision (20 feet), color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus are required.

Noise Level

• Typical noise level: Moderate to Loud. Rarely very loud.

Boone Community School District is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions or a grievance, contact the BCSD Equity Coordinator Mrs. Jill Janes, [e-mail], at BCSD, 500 7th Street, Boone, Iowa 50036; [phone]