Substitute Bus Driver

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Lacey Township (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp. seeks a Substitute Bus Driver to transport pupils safely and efficiently on assigned routes for the 2026/2027 school year. The role requires a valid CDL with P and S endorsements, and compliance with district safety and background checks.

Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, routine bus maintenance, and drills in line with administrative policies. The position is district-based and pays $21.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License with P and S endorsements.
• Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board.
• Ability to maintain passenger discipline to ensure safety and wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a pre-trip and post safety inspection of the bus and completes the school Bus Condition Report.
• Notifies Transportation Coordinator of mechanical malfunctions or safety hazards.
• Performs interior bus cleaning daily, refuels the vehicle, and checks oil daily.
• Participates in emergency evacuation drills and instructs passengers on safety regulations and bus rules.
• Adheres to NJ state regulations governing safe operation of a school bus.
• Transports only authorized pupils and ensures all students leave the bus at the end of the route.

Skills

CDL with P and S endorsements

Passenger discipline

Physical endurance

Background check compliance

Job description

Position Type:

Substitute/Bus Driver

Date Posted:

8/13/2026

Location:

District

Date Available:

2026/2027 School Year

Closing Date:

06/30/2027

JOB TITLE:

Substitute Bus Driver

$21.00 per hour

JOB GOAL:

To transport pupils in a safe and efficient manner and perform all activities related to the operation of the school bus.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Commercial Driver's License with P and S endorsements
• Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board
• Ability to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and wellbeing and protect against vandalism
• Required criminal history background check, physical, Mantoux and proof of U.S. citizenship or resident alien status
• Compliance with drug and alcohol testing as required under board policy
• Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Safety, maintenance and inspection requirements

• Conducts a pre-trip and post safety inspection of the bus and completes the school Bus Condition Report.
• Notifies Transportation Coordinator of any mechanical malfunctions and/or safety hazards.
• Performs interior bus cleaning duties daily, cleans windows and exterior as needed, refuels the vehicle, and checks oil daily.
• Participates in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with administrative code and board policy, and instructs passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules.

Driving and safe bus operations

• Complies with all state and local laws and the regulations of the New Jersey State Board of Education governing the safe operation of a school bus.
• Adheres to established routes, designated bus stops and keeps to assigned time schedule.
• Transports only authorized pupils and ensure that all students have left the bus at the end of the route.
• Obeys all traffic laws and observes mandatory school bus safety regulations. Reports all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the principal and Transportation Coordinator and completes required reports.