School Bus Driver Trainer

Lodi Unified School District; Lodi (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Lodi Unified School District in California seeks a School Bus Driver Trainer to lead training for new and current drivers, review performance, and ensure safety standards on district routes.

You will drive a school bus, participate in inspections, oversee routine maintenance, and coordinate with the Transportation Department to apply state regulations and district policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; advanced degrees optional.
• Valid School Bus Driver Special Certificate and Instructor Certificate required.
• CDMV printout and pre-employment testing may be required.

Responsibilities

• Train and evaluate new and continuing school bus drivers.
• Operate a school bus safely to transport students.
• Perform routine inspections, cleaning and maintenance of buses.
• Maintain order and safety of students on board.

Skills

Defensive driving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Map reading

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's Degree

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION:

Train, review and appraise the skill and safety of new and continuing School Bus Drivers, as assigned; operate a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to and from school; participate in the routine inspection, cleaning and servicing of school buses.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Safe and defensive driving practices State and local traffic laws and regulations Principles and techniques of conducting classroom and behind-the-wheel training Proper operation of school buses Provisions of the California Vehicle Code and Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles in transporting students First aid procedures Policies and procedures related to the releasing of special education students to teachers and parents Basic record-keeping techniques Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy ABILITY TO: Plan and conduct a school bus driver training program Train and evaluate school bus drivers Drive a school bus safely and efficiently Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance Maintain order among students on a school bus Learn and apply District policies and procedures related to student discipline Observe legal and defensive driving practices Learn and follow designated routes, stops and time schedules Read and interpret maps Administer first aid to ill or injured children Maintain routine records and prepare reports Understand and follow oral and written directions Communicate effectively with others Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

The following MUST be attached to application on or before the deadline.

• High School Diploma or equivalent OR Associate's Degree OR Bachelor’s Degree OR Higher Education Degree AND
• Valid School Bus Driver Special Certificate AND
• School Bus Driver Instructor Certificate AND
• California Department of Motor Vehicles printout (original)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS / CERTIFICATES:

First Aid certificate. Incumbents in this classification are subject to completing and passing a California Highway Patrol examination. Incumbents in this class must present and maintain a satisfactory driving record which insures maintenance of liability insurance coverage. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination. Cost of the exam will be borne by the District. A pre-employment drug test will also be administered. If selected for the position, out-of-district applicants must be T.B. tested and fingerprinted. A practical skills test may be administered at the time of interview.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

NONDISCRIMINATION IN EMPLOYMENT

We do not discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their actual or perceived sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, or sexual orientation. Physically or mentally disabled employees or applicants may request reasonable accommodation.

Interested candidates may submit their completed application package (including all required documents) electronically through EdJoin.