School Bus Driver - McKinney-Vento Program

TRANSPORTATION; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington SEBB health insurance

State retirement package

Job summary

Northshore School District 417 Transportation in Bothell, WA is seeking a McKinney Vento Driver to safely transport students to and from school and activities. The role requires adherence to state laws, maintaining order on the bus, and performing routine inspections.

The position requires flexibility with hours, and offers benefits including SEBB health plans and a state retirement package. Applicants must meet licensing and safety requirements and pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with vehicle maintenance concepts.
• Ability to learn safety standards, laws, codes, rules, and procedures relating to pupil transportation.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Ability to read and interpret road maps and follow assigned schedules.
• Ability to work effectively with school age children and youth.
• Ability to follow District guidelines for student behavior management.
• Ability to work cooperatively with fellow employees and public at large.
• Ability to make decisions quickly and use good judgment.
• Ability to use two-way radios in a courteous and professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Transports students between pickup points and schools or other activities according to established schedules and routes.
• Complies with state laws and local regulations pertaining to operation of school buses.
• Maintains order on the bus and adheres to safety rules while performing driving duties and functions.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections for mechanical defects and needed repairs.
• Cleans and maintains school bus interiors and exteriors; fuels buses as necessary.
• Keeps records as required.
• Promptly reports accidents, student misconduct, mechanical or other trouble with bus, traffic hazards along route, and parent concerns to the proper authorities.
• Discharges and picks up students only at authorized stops.
• Takes direction and instruction regarding safe driving procedures as required.
• Installs chains on buses and takes them off as necessary.
• Performs related duties that are consistent with this job description and the employee's assignment.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Safe driving

Safety regulations

Student supervision

Map reading

Tools

Driver's License

Two-way radios

Job description

Northshore School District 417 Transportation in Bothell, WA is seeking a McKinney Vento Driver to safely transport students to and from school and activities. The role requires adherence to state laws, maintaining order on the bus, and performing routine inspections.

The position requires flexibility with hours, and offers benefits including SEBB health plans and a state retirement package. Applicants must meet licensing and safety requirements and pass background checks.