School Bus Monitor & Substitute Driver

Bus Garage; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Public Schools Bus Garage in Owensboro, KY is seeking a Bus Monitor/Sub Driver to support student transportation services. This role requires assisting with loading/unloading, keeping order on the bus, and maintaining records while training toward a CDL Permit and KDE Bus Driver Certification.

The position offers an entry point into a school transportation team, with responsibilities including safety, punctuality, and cooperation with staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• One year driving experience required.
• Must meet criminal record and five-year driving check per Kentucky state law.
• Must meet all state health requirements.
• Willing to train to obtain CDL Permit and KDE Bus Driver Certification.
• Willing to serve as substitute driver when full-time drivers are utilized.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining good student conduct on the bus.
• Assist students loading, unloading and seating as required.
• Learn and apply rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Understand and relate to children with special needs.
• Lift students as needed according to guidelines.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Operate a school bus on routes per schedule and in a timely manner.
• Monitor student behavior and maintain order on the bus.
• Keep the bus clean and safe.
• Identify equipment issues and report them promptly.
• Attend safety meetings and training as required.
• Meet training requirements set by regulations.

Skills

Safe driving

Record-keeping

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Observational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Owensboro Public Schools Bus Garage in Owensboro, KY is seeking a Bus Monitor/Sub Driver to support student transportation services. This role requires assisting with loading/unloading, keeping order on the bus, and maintaining records while training toward a CDL Permit and KDE Bus Driver Certification.

The position offers an entry point into a school transportation team, with responsibilities including safety, punctuality, and cooperation with staff.