Sub/Extracurricular Bus Driver

Central School District 51; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Central School District 51 is seeking a School Bus Driver to ensure the safe transportation of students for school and extracurricular activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong driving record, a valid Illinois driver’s license with an 'S' endorsement, and a commitment to obeying all traffic laws and regulations. Responsibilities include maintaining the bus, enforcing rules for riders, and ensuring the safety of students at all times. Applicants must complete drug testing and background checks as part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid driver's license with 'S' endorsement.
• Successful completion of a fingerprint background check.

Responsibilities

• Obey all traffic laws and regulations.
• Transport authorized students only.
• Inspect the bus daily for mechanical issues.

Skills

Driving experience

Traffic law compliance

Discipline maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Illinois driver's license

School Bus Driver’s Permit

Job description

Rates

$28/hr for regular routes
$21/hr for extracurricular routes

For more information, please contact the Transportation Director at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid and properly classified Illinois driver's license or a valid license issued by Indiana, Michigan, Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri or Kentucky. The valid license must contain an "S" endorsement.
• Must have three or more years of driving experience free from revoked driver’s license, suspended driver’s license, cancelled or disqualified driver’s license.
• Possess a School Bus Driver’s Permit as issued by the Illinois State Board of Education or successfully complete the School Bus Driver Preparation Program as set forth by the Illinois State Board of Education.
• Must consent in writing to the release of results of reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing by the employer of the applicant to the Secretary of State.
• Successful completion of random drug screenings required to operate a school bus.
• Must not have caused a fatal accident as a result of the unlawful operation of a motor vehicle.
• Must not have been afflicted with or suffering from any mental disability or disease within the last five years.
• Successful completion of bus driver physical required to operate a school bus.
• Successful completion of fingerprint based criminal background check (IL State Police and FBI), sex offender and violent youth offender screening.

Reports To

Transportation Director and Superintendent

Job Goal

To place students as the number one priority by practicing safe operation of a school bus when picking up and delivering students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular events and to demonstrate care of school equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Obeys all traffic laws. Conviction of a traffic violation can result in a suspension or termination.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations.
• Enforces rules and regulations for all bus riders and maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
• Transports only authorized students and releases riders only at authorized stops.
• Reports students who cause issues on the bus to the director of transportation and or principal/assistant principal.
• Maintains an accurate, current rider list and updated seating chart for the bus.
• Keeps assigned bus clean.
• Inspects, empties trash, and sweeps it out on a daily basis.
• Adheres to the assigned schedule.
• Checks the bus before each day’s use for mechanical issues.
• Notifies the director of transportation in the event of mechanical problems or delays.
• Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation director.
• Aids other drivers as necessary during times of inclement weather or other difficulty.
• Files pre-trip inspections with the director of transportation daily with duplicate copies remaining in the bus for a period of 30 days.
• Performs a post route walking check of the entire bus to ensure it is clear of all students.
• Maintains mileage logs as required for state and federal reporting.
• Maintains a professional attitude while being responsible for students on all routes and out-of-district trips.
• Follows field trip/out-of-district trip procedures and guidelines.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality to ensure teamwork and completion of job duties essential to daily operation of the school.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the director of transportation or superintendent.
• Adheres to a professional code of ethics which includes confidentiality of school-related matters and loyalty to the school district.

Note: The above description is illustrative of most tasks and responsibilities. It is not all inclusive of every task or responsibility.