School Bus Driver

Indianapolis Public Schools; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated school bus driver to ensure the safe transportation of students. This role involves driving a bus along specified routes, maintaining a clean and safe vehicle, and enforcing transportation rules to create a positive environment for students. The ideal candidate will be at least 21 years old, possess a Commercial Driver's License, and have a passion for working with children. Join a supportive team that values safety and community engagement while making a difference in students' lives every day.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid Commercial Driver's License.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work with students of various ages.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives a school bus while maintaining a timely schedule.
• Enforces transportation rules and maintains student behavior.

Skills

Driving Skills

Communication Skills

Ability to Work with Children

Map Reading

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Bus-mounted Tablets

Job description

Indiana Public Schools | Shelbyville, IN 46176

SUMMARY: Drives bus to transport students over specified routes according to time schedule.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives a school bus safely, proficiently, and professionally while maintaining a timely schedule.
• Enjoys working with children of all ages and abilities.
• Maintains appropriate student behavior by enforcing transportation rules and works with Principals and the Transportation Director to issue consequences in order to maintain a positive and safe bus environment.
• Responsible for the general cleanliness of the bus being used for a route or extracurricular activities.
• Properly performs and completes daily pre-trip bus inspections as well as any general preventive maintenance as required and notifies the maintenance personnel of any problems or safety issues with the vehicle.
• Checks the bus thoroughly at the end of each route and any activity where students were transported to make sure the bus is empty.
• Maintains an above-average driving record by complying with all traffic laws, rules, and regulations.
• Interacts and communicates professionally and respectfully with students, parents, coworkers, and school personnel.
• Follows the appropriate dress code as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Responsible to use and enforce the use of all safety equipment onboard the bus including the use of seat belts (driver and passengers) and participating in bus evacuation drills.
• Is familiar with medically at-risk students and their needs that ride the bus.
• Complies with Corporation Bylaws, Policies, Directives, and Regulations as outlined in the Non-Certified and Transportation Handbooks.
• Models Corporation Mission Statement and Fundamental Objectives.
• Maintains satisfactory attendance.
• Responsible for fueling your assigned bus and maintaining a safe fuel tank reserve.
• Participates in all mandatory training and meetings.
• Practices and maintains the confidentiality of student information.
• Assures students riding in wheelchairs, safety seats, and/or seat belts are properly and safely secured (Special Education drivers only).
• Assures any medical equipment that may accompany a student is properly and safely secured (Special Education drivers only).

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises students and maintains general discipline on the bus. If needed, follows up with appropriate school personnel according to corporation policy.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• At least 21 years old.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License, Class B with Air Brake, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements.
• Complete the IDOE Pre-service Certification course and the Annual Safety Meeting course to obtain and maintain a Yellow Card Standard Certification.
• Participate in random drug testing and adhere to the SCS Alcohol and Controlled Substance Testing Policy for CDL employees.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with co-workers, students, and school personnel.
• Ability to read and understand maps.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral, written, and electronic form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and policies.
• Ability to perform duties in a positive and professional manner.
• Ability to use bus-mounted tablets and applications associated with the job.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit and drive a large passenger vehicle.
• The employee is required to walk or stand.
• The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job.
• The employee frequently repeats the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 100 deg. and below 32 deg. and occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces.
• The noise level in the work environment can be loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard.

Shelbyville Central Schools is an equal opportunity employer.