Substitute Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education; Kilmarnock (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Job summary

A local educational institution in Kilmarnock seeks a qualified individual for the role of Substitute School Bus Driver. The position requires safe operation of school buses, ensuring student safety during transport, and maintaining bus discipline. Candidates should have a valid Commercial Driver's License, knowledge of first aid, and the physical ability to assist children with special needs. The position offers paid training and requires compliance with local driving laws.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of school bus operation laws and regulations.
• Ability to operate a large vehicle safely in all weather.
• Physical ability to assist children with special needs.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain school buses.
• Ensure safety and conduct of students during transport.
• Maintain records and report discipline problems.
• Maintains records and prepares required reports; makes reports to school officials concerning discipline problems, incidents or injuries.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

First aid knowledge

Ability to maintain bus discipline

Relate well to children

Student supervision

Safety rules

Education

Commercial Driver's License

Completed state-approved school bus driver training

Job description

Lancaster County School District Lancaster Elementary/High School - Kilmarnock, Virginia

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Essential Job Functions:

• Safely operates all types of school buses; maintains a regular schedule for picking up authorized staff and students and delivering them to schools according to schedule.
• Makes daily safety inspection of vehicle and equipment; ensures that vehicle is regularly maintained and keeps vehicle clean, properly heated and ventilated.
• Assists students on to or out of the vehicle; enforces safety and conduct regulations.
• Maintains records and prepares required reports; makes reports to school officials concerning discipline problems, incidents or injuries.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Working knowledge of state and local school bus operation, laws and regulations and county geography. Working knowledge of first aid procedures including CPR. Demonstrated ability to operate a large vehicle safely and punctually in all weather conditions, using safe and defensive driving methods. Demonstrated ability to maintain bus discipline and relate well to children, parents and staff and to provide constant attention and assistance to a number of children at the same time, including children with special health conditions or disabilities. Demonstrated ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting children. Demonstrated ability to give and follow instructions, work well under stressful conditions or emergencies and maintain confidentiality. A Commercial Driver's License; good driving record; First Aid and CPR courses; meet physical qualifications for school bus drivers; successful completion of state-approved school bus driver training course.

This position includes paid training.

Position Type: Substitute

Job ID: 4954600

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 17, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required