School Bus Driver: 9‑Month Role, Competitive Pay

Liberal R 2 School District; Liberal (MO); On-site; USD 54,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberal R 2 School District Transportation Department in Liberal, Missouri is hiring a Bus Driver. The role involves transporting students safely to and from school and activities, with a 9‑month term and 17 hours per week to qualify for insurance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, Missouri CDL with Bus Endorsement, and a physician-signed physical exam; age range 21–70 with annual license after 70. Salary is $36.40 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Missouri CDL with Bus Endorsement required.
• Physician-signed physical examination certificate.
• Ages 21–70; post-70 license required annually.

Responsibilities

• Submit monthly time sheets to supervisor.
• Perform daily safety checks and document results.
• Maintain adequate fuel for planned trips.
• Direct transportation questions to the transportation director.
• Notify director if unable to complete a route.
• Submit maintenance requests in writing.
• Log oil change and maintenance every 3,000 miles.
• Arrive at least 10 minutes before departure and transport students on time.
• Maintain discipline and report disruptive behavior.
• Abide by posted speed limits and adjust for road/weather conditions.
• Make safety decisions within board policy guidelines.
• Undergo annual physical and random drug testing.
• Attend required training beyond 8 hours yearly.
• Submit ridership lists annually.
• Follow DESE transportation manual regulations.
• Perform all duties assigned by the board and superintendent.

Skills

CDL Bus Endorsement

Education

High School Diploma

Certificate of physical examination

Job description

Liberal R 2 School District Transportation Department in Liberal, Missouri is hiring a Bus Driver. The role involves transporting students safely to and from school and activities, with a 9‑month term and 17 hours per week to qualify for insurance.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, Missouri CDL with Bus Endorsement, and a physician-signed physical exam; age range 21–70 with annual license after 70. Salary is $36.40 per hour.