Substitute Bus Driver

Portage Township Schools; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,480,000; Part time

Job summary

Portage Township Schools in Portage, Indiana seeks a Substitute Bus Driver to cover transportation shifts as needed. This is a part-time position with responsibilities on designated routes and trips.

You must have a valid Indiana CDL, a high school diploma or GED, and good communication and safety skills. Training and adherence to district policies are required.

This role emphasizes student safety, punctuality, and reliable conduct; substitutes are not eligible for regular full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain a valid Indiana CDL.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives a school bus on designated routes and times.
• Transports students and staff on trips.
• Inspects bus daily and ensures clean, safe condition.
• Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
• Maintains records and reports as required.
• Participates in trainings and professional development.

Skills

Indiana CDL

Traffic laws

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 3406784
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 26, 2020 12:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Substitute transportation shifts and locationsare based on the needs of the employer. Substitutes are contacted for shifts as-needed and are not eligible for the regular benefits due to a full-time employee.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following are essential functions of the position, plus any other duties that may be required by the employer. Specific duties and responsibilities will be assigned by the Director of Transportation.

• Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading students at designated locations.
• Transports students, teachers and others on school field or activity trips.
• Inspects assigned bus on a daily basis prior to transporting of passengers to ensure that bus is in good, clean and safe working order.
• Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
• Ensures that a communication device is in proper working order before each trip.
• Reports all mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents, promptly.
• Arranges for and ensures completion of routine maintenance of bus (e.g., oil change); transporting the bus to and from maintenance and/or repair facilities.
• Maintains order and discipline in an effective and courteous manner among students being transported in accordance with district policies and procedures; reports any incidents involving student discipline.
• Observes and tracks route timing, such as total time en-route, time between stops, loading and unloading times or any other requested information for the purpose of establishing route efficiency, as requested.
• Maintains and submits records and reports as required.
• Follows procedures to ensure that no child is left alone on bus without adult supervision at any time, and that all children have departed bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trips or other special trips).
• Inventories bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment; reports needs to the Director.
• Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required.
• In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures, ensures that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes a written report as required.
• Attends and participates in trainings, and other continuing education, career and professional development opportunities.
• Additional duties and tasks as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Possess, or be willing to obtain, a valid Indiana CDL.
• Knowledge of all traffic laws, regulations, road signs and related information.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate the bus, conduct pre-trip inspections, and clean the bus.
• Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and comprehend information from procedures manuals and other materials.
• Ability to comprehend and follow traffic signs .
• Ability to physically move through the bus, center and classrooms.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure and in cases of accidents or other emergencies.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification/License: Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License with a clean driving record

Education: High School Diploma or GED

EQUIPMENT: Uses standard automotive and bus equipment, and telephone.

DISCLAIMER: Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the District. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Corporation. The employee is expected to adhere to and agrees to adhere to all PTS Core Values, the PTS Strategic Plan, as well as PTS District policies and guidelines including but not limited to the civility policy.

Position Type: Part-time
Job Categories:

Substitute > Substitute

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Portage Township Schools
• 6240 US Highway 6
• Portage, Indiana 46368
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]