School Bus Driver

Social Circle City Schools; Monroe (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Social Circle City Schools in Monroe, GA is seeking an attentive School Bus Driver to transport students safely to school and activities, while complying with all regulations. The role emphasizes student safety, proper pre-trip inspections, and clear communication with staff and parents.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid Georgia CDL Class B with School Bus endorsements; some college is preferred and prior bus driving experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Some college preferred.
• Valid Georgia CDL Class B or higher with School Bus and Passenger endorsements.
• Ability to meet Georgia DOE and DOT requirements for school bus operation.
• School bus driving experience preferred.
• Alternate qualifications may be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports students to and from school and activities.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and district transportation regulations.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports deficiencies.
• Follows procedures for loading/unloading, student crossings, railroad crossings, and emergencies.
• Uses warning lights, mirrors, and safety equipment as required.
• Ensures all students are accounted for before leaving stops.

Skills

Defensive driving

Student safety

Communication

Record keeping

Vehicle inspection

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma / GED

CDL Class B with School Bus & Passenger endorsements

Some college coursework

Job description

SALARY SCHEDULE: SCCS Bus Driver Salary Schedule***Driver Incentives***

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT:Non-Exempt

OVERALL PURPOSE:

The School Bus Driver provides safe, efficient, and timely transportation for eligible students; maintains compliance with federal, state, and district transportation requirements; promotes student safety and positive behavior; and ensures the proper operation, inspection, and care of assigned transportation vehicles.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education
• High School Diploma / Equivalent. Some college preferred.
• Experience
• School bus driving experience preferred.
• Licenses & Certifications
• Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or higher with School Bus and Passenger endorsements.
• Ability to maintain all state and federal requirements necessary for school bus operation.
• Must meet Georgia Department of Education and Department of Transportation requirements for school bus drivers.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications may be appropriate and acceptable.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of Georgia school bus transportation regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of student transportation safety requirements.
• Knowledge of defensive driving techniques and safe vehicle operation.
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation procedures and accident response protocols.
• Ability to safely operate a school bus under varying traffic and weather conditions.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, families, school personnel, and transportation staff.
• Ability to maintain appropriate student behavior and a safe riding environment.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and problem-solving skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES:

Student Transportation & Safety

• Safely transports students to and from school and school-sponsored activities.
• Maintains compliance with all federal, state, and district transportation regulations.
• Conducts required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and reports deficiencies.
• Follows approved procedures for loading, unloading, student crossings, railroad crossings, and emergency situations.
• Utilizes proper warning lights, signals, mirrors, and safety equipment.
• Ensures all students are safely accounted for before leaving assigned stops.

Student Management

• Maintains a safe, orderly, and positive bus environment.
• Enforces district transportation rules and expectations.
• Assists with student safety instruction and bus evacuation drills.
• Communicates student concerns and behavioral issues to appropriate personnel.
• Develops positive working relationships with students, parents, and school staff.

Vehicle Care & Compliance

• Maintains cleanliness and routine care of assigned vehicle.
• Monitors vehicle condition and promptly reports maintenance concerns.
• Ensures proper fluid levels and basic operational readiness of the assigned bus.
• Delivers buses for scheduled maintenance and inspections as directed.
• Maintains route records, accident reports, inspection documentation, and other required records.

Professional Responsibilities

• Attends required transportation meetings, in-service programs, and safety training.
• Maintains required licenses, endorsements, certifications, and credentials.
• Participates in professional learning opportunities related to transportation services.
• Follows work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.
• Ensures adherence to safety procedures.
• Follows federal and state laws, Board policies, and district procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require standing, walking, sitting, reaching, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and lifting. The employee must be able to assist students during emergency evacuations and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds in emergency situations.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The employee is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions and varying environmental conditions associated with student transportation.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

CONTINUING EDUCATION & TRAINING:

• State SREP-mandated training.
• Monthly transportation safety training.
• Additional district-required transportation professional learning.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluations of classified staff.

CLEARANCES:

• FMCSA Clearinghouse
• Pre-Employment DOT Drug Test

NONDISCRIMINATION NOTICE

The Social Circle City School District does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, or sex in its employment practices.It is the policy of the Board of Education to comply fully with the requirements of Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and all accompanying regulations.

Job descriptions are designed and intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements to clarify the general nature and scope of a position’s role as part of the overall organization. Job descriptions do not list all tasks an employee might be expected to perform, and they do not limit the employer's or supervisor's right to assign additional tasks or otherwise modify duties to be performed, even if seemingly unrelated to the basic job. Every employee has a duty to perform all assigned tasks.