School Van Substitute Driver

Servingschools; Union (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Regional School Unit 40 is seeking substitute bus drivers to transport students in RSU40 communities, including the towns of Friendship, Waldoboro, Warren, Washington and Union. The role requires safe operation of school buses, adherence to traffic laws, and maintaining discipline and confidentiality for riders.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, reporting incidents, punctuality, following district policies and maintaining a clean, safe vehicle for students and staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Criminal History Record Check (CHRC) required.
• Valid Maine driver's license with excellent driving record required.
• Pass annual physical.
• Comply with RSU 40's drug testing policies.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Ability to interact well with students, staff and community.

Responsibilities

• Follow verbal, written or demonstrated instructions, and communicate verbally and in writing as necessary.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Follow all mandatory safety regulations.
• Supervise and maintain discipline of students in the vehicle to ensure safety and report all discipline issues to the building administrator.
• Keep assigned vehicle clean.
• Interpret directions and understand assigned route to maintain schedule effectively and efficiently.
• Complete thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle, and report defects on appropriate form and transportation director notified.
• Notify the transportation director in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Exercise responsible leadership at all times.
• Transport only authorized students, staff and chaperones.
• Report all accidents and complete required reports.
• Follow all district policies.
• Participate in professional growth activities in order to have the knowledge required to perform the job successfully.
• Maintain student and staff confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a respect for the legal and human rights of students and staff.
• Follow health and safety procedures established by the district.
• Arrive and depart punctually, notifying appropriate personnel about absences and coverage.
• Demonstrate dependability, integrity, and loyalty when representing RSU 40.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Criminal History Record Check (CHRC)

Clean driving record

Pass annual physical

Interact with students

Demonstrated aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Regional School Unit 40 is seeking substitute bus drivers to transport students in RSU40 communities, including the towns of Friendship, Waldoboro, Warren, Washington and Union. The role requires safe operation of school buses, adherence to traffic laws, and maintaining discipline and confidentiality for riders.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, reporting incidents, punctuality, following district policies and maintaining a clean, safe vehicle for students and staff.