School Bus Driver: Safe Student Transport & Inspections

Sylvania; Oronoko Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Single health insurance

State pension

Job summary

Berrien Springs Public Schools seeks a School Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for students on assigned routes and field trips. You will perform pre-trip inspections and maintain a calm, orderly environment on the bus.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, Michigan bus licenses and training, a clean driving record, and the ability to supervise students and communicate professionally with families and staff. Background checks and testing are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain all licenses, endorsements, certifications, medical qualifications, and training required to operate a Michigan public school bus.
• Maintain a driving record that meets District and applicable state requirements.
• Demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to work professionally with students, families, staff, and the public.
• Successfully complete all required background checks, drug and alcohol testing, physical examinations, and other employment requirements applicable to school bus drivers.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable, consistent with applicable law and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports students on assigned routes, field trips, athletic trips, and other District-approved transportation assignments.
• Completes required pre-trip and post-trip inspections and promptly reports mechanical concerns, safety issues, or other conditions that may affect the safe operation of the bus.
• Follows assigned routes, stops, and schedules and communicates significant delays, route concerns, or other transportation issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Picks up and discharges students only at authorized locations and follows established student loading, unloading, and safety procedures.
• Maintains appropriate student behavior and a safe environment on the bus and reports significant or recurring student conduct concerns through established District procedures.
• Maintains professional and appropriate interactions with students, parents/guardians, coworkers, school personnel, and members of the public.
• Maintains the assigned vehicle in a reasonably clean and orderly condition and promptly reports damage, hazards, or needed repairs.
• Responds appropriately to emergencies, accidents, mechanical failures, student medical concerns, and other unexpected situations and completes required reports and documentation.
• Maintains required transportation records and documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Protects confidential student and District information and follows applicable confidentiality requirements.
• Participates in required meetings, training, testing, and professional development necessary to maintain qualifications and support safe student transportation.
• Complies with applicable laws and regulations, Board policies, District procedures, Transportation Department expectations, and supervisory directives related to the position.
• Performs other duties reasonably related to the position as assigned by the Transportation Director or designee.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Berrien Springs Public Schools seeks a School Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for students on assigned routes and field trips. You will perform pre-trip inspections and maintain a calm, orderly environment on the bus.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, Michigan bus licenses and training, a clean driving record, and the ability to supervise students and communicate professionally with families and staff. Background checks and testing are required.