Special Education Van Driver

Boone Community School District; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Boone Community School District seeks a Special Education Bus Driver for the afternoon route. The role focuses on safe student transport, basic vehicle maintenance, and clear communication with families and school staff.

Non-exempt, hourly position reporting to the Transportation Director. Work year is 9 months; supports a respectful, collaborative school environment and reliable transportation services for students with special education needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Experience in a transportation or school environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe operation and basic maintenance of a vehicle transporting students to and from schools or events.
• Ensure safe operation around riders and maintain route reference materials.
• Communicate with parents/guardians, students and school officials; manage student behavior and schedules.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Critical thinking

Flexibility

Cooperation

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Independent work

Teamwork

Relationship with school community

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience preferred but not required

Job description

Boone Community School District'smission is to foster academic and extracurricular excellence through the Portrait of a Graduate pillars. We are committed to providing every student with rigorous and enriching educational opportunities within a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. Our goal is to nurture the development of productive, caring, and engaged citizens who are equipped to thrive in a dynamic world. We arenot only committed to being an equal opportunity employer, but also actively strives to create a diverse workforce that reflects the demographics of its students and community, prioritizing a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills within its teams.Expect the BEST...Achieve SUCCESS!

Title: Special Education Bus Driver, Afternoon Route Only

Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

Reports To: Transportation Director

Pay Schedule: Transportation

Prepared/Revised Date: 2023

Work Year: 9 months

SUMMARY:

Responsible for the safe operation and basic maintenance of a vehicle transporting students to and from schools or school-authorized events, in accordance to policies and procedures. Duties include, but are not limited to assuring the safe operations surrounding the transportation of all riders; student management and discipline; maintaining schedules and route reference materials; and communication with parents/guardians, students and school officials.

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Experience preferred but not required

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both in writing and orally.

• Demonstrated skills with interpersonal relations and teamwork.

• Demonstrated organizational skills.

• Ability to provide excellent customer service and public relations.

• Skilled in critical thinking and problem solving.

• Ability to be flexible in daily scheduling of job responsibilities.

• Advanced skills in cooperation and communication with supervisors and co-workers.

• Ability to manage confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Ability to promote and follow building and