Substitute Bus Driver

Transportation 9042; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County Public Schools Transportation 9042 in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to support daily transportation services. The role involves driving school buses while adhering to safety rules and district policies.

CDL with P endorsement and air brakes is required, and training is provided (unpaid). Salary is $18.00 per hour with hours varying; the position is substitute/temporary/coach.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• CDL license with P endorsement and air brakes required.
• CDL Training Provided (unpaid)

Responsibilities

• Obeys all traffic laws.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains student discipline and reports undisciplined students to principal or supervisor.
• Keeps to assigned schedule when traffic conditions permit.
• Follows printed route for bus unless permission to follow an alternate route is given by the transportation office.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of bus for mechanical defects.
• Performs post-trip inspection of bus after each route.
• Notifies the proper authorities in case of mechanical failures or tardiness on appropriate forms.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Maintains a clean and orderly bus.
• Wears the prescribed uniform, when issued, at all times while driving a school bus.
• Performs other duties consistent with the goals and objectives of the position.

Skills

Safe driving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CDL license with P endorsement and air brakes

Job description

Substitute Bus Driver

Charlotte County Public Schools Transportation 9042 - Punta Gorda, Florida Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Charlotte County Public Schools , and Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5796802

Application Deadline: Jun 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PCN94278031SU

Hours Vary

Salary $18.00/hr

CDL Training Provided (unpaid)

Thank you for your interest in this flexible and vital position withCharlotte County Public Schools.As a District, we are focused on promoting character and competence in a positive learning culture that ensures success and inspires purpose for ALL.

District Mission:To promote character and competence in a positive learning culture that ensures success and inspires purpose for ALL.

District Values:Collaboration; Communication; Integrity; Leadership; Excellence; Safety

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent. CDL license with "P" endorsement and air brakes. Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and Englewood areas.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Obeys all traffic laws.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains student discipline and reports undisciplined students to principal of school or to supervisor.
• Keeps to assigned schedule when traffic conditions permit.
• Follows printed route for bus unless permission to follow an alternate route is given by the transportation office.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of bus for mechanical defects.
• Performs post-trip inspection of bus after each route.
• Notifies the proper authorities in case of mechanical failures or tardiness on appropriate forms.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Exercises responsible leadership on all school trips.
• Meets with the immediate supervisor at least once per year to review procedures to be used.
• Transports only authorized persons as identified by the administration.
• Reports all accidents, vehicle or student, immediately to the transportation office and completes all required forms.
• Enforces all regulations against eating, drinking, smoking, dipping, chewing or any use of tobacco, drugs or related products on the bus.
• Attends all required safety and training sessions.
• Complies with all written official policies of the transportation department, school board policies, and regulations of the State Board of Education.
• Maintains a clean and orderly bus.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other employees, parents, and public.
• Wears the prescribed uniform, when issued, at all times while driving a school bus.
• Performs other duties consistent with the goals and objectives of the position.

Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions

Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule

Charlotte County Public Schools promote Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug-free workplace policy -Charlotte County Public Schools Policy 3124.

Charlotte County Public Schools CONSIDER VETERAN’S PREFERENCES FOR ALL POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH Florida Statute. 295.07.

Position Type: Substitute/Temporary/Coach

Salary: $18 to $18 Substitute

Job Categories:

• Substitute > Substitute
• Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Heather Thompson , Hr Assistant
• Transportation 9042
• Phone: [phone] X1562
• Email: [e-mail]