School Bus Driver — 25+ hrs/Week, Split Shifts

Newport--mesa-Unified-School-District; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport-Mesa Unified School District in Costa Mesa, CA seeks regular school bus drivers to transport students on assigned routes with a minimum of 25 hours per week in a split shift, Monday through Friday, 10 months per year.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A or B California license with passenger endorsement, DMV printout less than 30 days old, California Special Driver Certificate for school buses, current First Aid certificate (if required), and a valid DL-51 Medical Card.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or best matched.
• Six months of school bus driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus along a designated route and pick up/discharge students.
• Observe traffic laws and district transportation regulations.
• Maintain order and safety on the bus and at stops.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and report issues.
• Transport on field trips and events as scheduled.
• Assist handicapped students with boarding and securing seats.

Skills

Safe driving

Defensive driving

First aid

Record keeping

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

DMV printout

California Special Driver Certificate for school buses

DL-51 Medical Card

Job description

Newport-Mesa Unified School District in Costa Mesa, CA seeks regular school bus drivers to transport students on assigned routes with a minimum of 25 hours per week in a split shift, Monday through Friday, 10 months per year.

Applicants must hold a valid Class A or B California license with passenger endorsement, DMV printout less than 30 days old, California Special Driver Certificate for school buses, current First Aid certificate (if required), and a valid DL-51 Medical Card.