Substitute Bus Driver

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Machipongo (VA)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 39,619

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

NORTHAMPTON COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS is seeking a dedicated school bus driver to ensure the safe transportation of students. The position requires operating a school bus, conducting safety inspections, and maintaining discipline among students. Candidates should possess a valid CDL(B) license and communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff. This is an hourly position with pay ranging from $19.00 to $28.76 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. No benefits are included for this part-time role.

Qualifications

Valid CDL(B) license or greater with PS and Air-Brake Endorsements.
Ability to operate a school bus safely and efficiently.
Good communication skills with students and staff.

Responsibilities

Transport students to and from school safely.
Perform daily pre-trip inspections of the bus.
Maintain discipline among students on the bus.

Skills

Effective communication

Safe bus operation

Discipline maintenance

Traffic law compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL(B) license

Job description

Salary

Salary: $19.00 - $28.76/hr. 2 hour min./route (Hourly Position-No Benefits Included)

Please visit the NCPS website to determine salary specifics according to the current salary scale: 2025 Salary Scales - Google Drive

Primary Purpose

WILL TRAIN

This is bus operations work in operating a school bus to transport students to and from school. An employee in this class is responsible for providing safe transportation of students. Employees perform daily pre-trip inspection and safety checks, follow an assigned route and schedule, maintain vehicle cleanliness, and enforce safety rules. Workers follow specific instructions and procedures and refer nonstandard situations or problems to the proper authorities. The employee performs related work as required.

Responsibilities

Know and effectively communicate the division philosophy and mission
Ability to operate a school bus safely and efficiently
Follow oral and written instructions
Communicate effectively with colleagues, staff, parents, and students
Obey all traffic laws and observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses
Maintain discipline when students are on bus and report unacceptable student behavior to the proper authority
Keep assigned bus clean
Keep to assigned schedule and discharge students only at authorized stops
Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects; notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness
Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-division school trips
Transport only authorized students
Report all accidents and complete required reports
Enforce Northampton Code of Behavior
Make required reports on assigned due date
Meet all requirements of the State Board of Education, under the following conditions, to-wit:
To comply with Motor Vehicles Laws and Regulations of the State Board of Education
To operate the bus over the assigned route and make no change unless duly authorized
To wear the driver’s safety belt system
To use a substitute driver who is approved by the division superintendent
To stop in the right-hand lane of the highway for receiving or discharging pupils at designated stops only at points where the bus can be seen for a safe distance from both directions. On divided highways stops shall be so arranged that pupils will be taken on and discharged on the side of such highways as will eliminate the necessity of their crossing the highway
To exercise every possible care for the safety and comfort of the pupils en route and to permit no pupil to ride on the outside of the bus or with head, hands, or arms out of the windows
To complete and record daily pre-trip inspections of the bus and report any needed repairs in writing
To govern the speed of the bus according to limits established by law for school buses while transporting pupils
To come to a full stop on approaching a railroad crossing, to look and to listen carefully in order to positively determine when it is safe to cross the track
To maintain discipline and report all cases of disobedience to the school principal
In case of breakdown to place bi-directional reflective triangles on highway according to law, and to notify the school authorities. To keep the pupils in the bus until it is repaired unless conditions justify evacuation or transfer to another bus
To refrain from prohibited use of alcohol or illegal drugs, tobacco, profane and unclean language and to see that the pupils conduct themselves likewise
To make all reports, attend meetings, and training sessions required by school authorities
To be accountable for bi-directional reflective triangles, first-aid kit and fire extinguisher
To prevent any object being placed in the bus that will restrict passageway to entrance or emergency exits, and to keep bottles or other loose objects off the bus

Excerpts from Regulations

Excerpts from Regulations of State Board of Education Concerning Transportation of Pupils

(These regulations shall apply to any vehicle transporting pupil school children.)

The greatest care shall be exercised at all times in transportation of school children.
The maximum speed limit for school buses shall be 45 miles per hour or the minimum speed allowable, whichever is greater, on any highway where the maximum speed limit is 55 miles per hour or less, and 60 miles per hour on all interstate highways and on other highways where the maximum speed limit is more than 55 miles per hour.
All school buses and school activity buses used to transport public school pupils to and from school and school activity events shall be inspected and maintained by competent mechanics at least once every 45 school days, with school days as determined by the school division's approved yearly calendar...
The number of pupils who may ride a school bus shall be determined by the total number who can be seated on the seat cushion facing forward...
The school bus driver shall open and close the entrance door and keep it securely closed while the bus is in motion.
Every school bus operated at public expense for the purpose of transporting school children shall be equipped with traffic warning devices...
When loading or discharging pupils on the highway, stops shall be made in the right-hand lane...
The use of posters, stickers, or advertising material of any kind is prohibited in or on school buses.
No object shall be placed in the bus that will restrict the passage to the entrance or emergency exits.

Additional Duties

Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the safety of the passengers on the school bus.

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

Equipment

School bus, safety belts, car seats, harness, wheelchair ramp/lift, bus radio, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, etc.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Valid CDL(B) license or greater with PS (Passenger and School Bus) and Air-Brake Endorsement
Such additional health and age requirements as the State or School Board may require
A satisfactory driving record
The applicant must be able to read, interpret and complete all forms required to apply for the position

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Duties are performed on a school bus. The employee is frequently exposed to loud noise levels; fumes or airborne particles; noxious odors; vibrations from driving a bus; and traffic. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; use foot controls to drive; reach with hands and arms; climb, bend, stoop, and kneel; and talk and hear. The employee must be physically able to perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures. The employee must be able to communicate orally and hear on a two-way radio with transportation dispatch and emergency services while the bus is in motion. Employees must be able to communicate effectively and positively with parents, students, staff and co-workers. Ability to lift to 50 pounds occasionally and over 50 pounds rarely. In addition, must have the ability to use emergency exits at any location on the bus. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, night/dusk vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

Qualification Profile

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: