SPED Route Driver

Transportation; Oelwein (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

TeachIowa Oelwein Comm School District in Oelwein, Iowa is seeking a SPED Route Driver to transport students with special needs on assigned routes. This role may involve operating a school bus, van, or car and requires reliability, patience, and a professional demeanor.

As a part-time position, you will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, assist students with boarding and safety equipment, maintain route logs, and communicate with the Transportation Director about delays or issues.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a district vehicle safely
• Commitment to transporting students with care and responsibility

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a district vehicle (bus, van, or car) along an assigned route and schedule.
• Assist students with boarding, securing seat belts, harnesses, or safety equipment as needed.
• Provide courteous, supportive, and patient interaction with students, families, and school staff.
• Ensure the safety and comfort of all passengers, maintaining awareness of individual needs.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle.
• Maintain accurate records (route logs, incident reports, mileage, etc.) as required.
• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding delays, incidents, or concerns.
• Keep vehicle clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Attend required training on safety procedures, student needs, and emergency response.

Skills

Patience

Professionalism

Attentiveness

Job description

SPED Route Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 5379506

Application Deadline: May 29, 2027 4:59 AM (UTC)

Re-Posted: Aug 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports to: Transportation Director

Position Summary

The Special Education Route Driver is responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students with special needs to and from school and approved activities. This position may involve operating a school bus, van, or car, and requires attentiveness, patience, and professionalism in meeting the unique needs of each student.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Safely operate a district vehicle (bus, van, or car) along an assigned route and schedule.

  
  

• Assist students with boarding, securing seat belts, harnesses, or safety equipment as needed.

  
  

• Provide courteous, supportive, and patient interaction with students, families, and school staff.

  
  

• Ensure the safety and comfort of all passengers, maintaining awareness of individual needs.

  
  

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the assigned vehicle.

  
  

• Maintain accurate records (route logs, incident reports, mileage, etc.) as required.

  
  

• Communicate promptly with supervisors regarding delays, incidents, or concerns.

  
  

• Keep vehicle clean, organized, and free of hazards.

  
  

• Attend required training on safety procedures, student needs, and emergency response.

  
  

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Driver Education

Special Education > General Special Education

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Michael Rueber , CFO
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]