Substitute Bus Driver

Reeds Spring R4 School District; Reeds Spring (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Reeds Spring R4 School District is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to ensure safe transport of students and compliance with district and state policies. The role emphasizes safety, discipline, and reliability.

The ideal candidate will hold a Class B license with passenger and student endorsements, pass annual DOT physicals and screenings, and demonstrate sound judgment and professional conduct at all times. Training and supervision provided by the Director of Transportation.

Qualifications

• Must meet all state licensing requirements.
• Valid Class B license with passenger and student endorsement is required.
• DOT physical annually is required.
• Successful completion of background check and drug screening are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Know and apply State Laws for School Bus Drivers.
• Know CDL laws and regulations.
• Maintain student safety and conduct on board.
• Complete pre-trip and daily reports (mileage, passenger counts, discipline).
• Record daily pre-trip inspection and any vehicle damage.
• Report mechanical problems immediately.
• Keep bus interior clean daily.
• Conduct emergency procedures and evacuations per policy.
• Follow district discipline procedures and proper rider behavior.
• Load/unload at authorized stops and ensure seat belt use.
• Attend safety meetings and provide input during sessions.
• Maintain professional image and health habits; stay composed under stress.
• Report accidents or near accidents; fuel bus; monitor hazardous situations.
• Maintain confidentiality of school-related matters.

Skills

Knowledge of State Laws

CDL knowledge

Positive student control

Report writing

Safety awareness

Good moral character

Team collaboration

Education

Class B license with P and S endorsements

DOT physical annually

Background check

Drug screening

Job description

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Knowledge and utilization of State Laws for School Bus Drivers
2. Knowledge of Commercial Drivers Licensing laws and regulations
3. Knowledge of and utilizes positive, constructive student control techniques
4. Completes all reports (pre-trip inspection, mileage, student count, discipline, accident and others as needed)
5. Properly performs and records daily pre-trip inspection of bus and vehicular damage
6. Knowledgeable of and reports mechanical problems immediately
7. Maintains interior cleanliness of bus by sweeping and or mopping daily
8. Knowledge of all emergency procedures including two school bus evacuation drills yearly
9. Knowledgeable of District discipline procedure and appropriate and acceptable behavior for riders
10. Maintains control of students through positive student management techniques
11. Provides appropriate information for student referral and/or discipline problems
12. Utilizes safety knowledge to maintain utmost care of students
13. Follows route directions and informs supervisor of changes immediately
14. Allows students to load and unload at authorized stops
15. Wears seat belt whenever bus is in motion
16. Present on the bus whenever there are students in the vehicle
17. Provides positive input during safety meeting
18. Provides a positive image for students through proper attire, language and health habits
19. Maintains composure under stressful situations
20. Attends assigned safety meetings and/or workshops
21. Reports all accidents and/or near accidents to supervisor
22. Responsible to see that bus is fueled
23. Reports potentially hazardous situations
24. Willingness to work with supervisor and drivers
25. Must be of good moral character
26. Must report all major misconduct of children under their supervision
27. Shall report any accident or injury to pupils while in their care
28. Use of cell phone as outlined by school policy
29. Proper use of time clock system District has in place
30. Maintain confidential nature of all school-related matters
31. Other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee

EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be established by the School Board

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of support staff personnel. Bus drivers may be suspended from duty at any time by the Superintendent or designee for inefficiency, breach of rules, insubordination, or other good cause. Final dismissal from service to be made at the discretion of the Board of Education.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Knowledge and utilization of State Laws for School Bus Drivers
2. Knowledge of Commercial Drivers Licensing laws and regulations
3. Knowledge of and utilizes positive, constructive student control techniques
4. Completes all reports (pre-trip inspection, mileage, student count, discipline, accident and others as needed)
5. Properly performs and records daily pre-trip inspection of bus and vehicular damage
6. Knowledgeable of and reports mechanical problems immediately
7. Maintains interior cleanliness of bus by sweeping and or mopping daily
8. Knowledge of all emergency procedures including two school bus evacuation drills yearly
9. Knowledgeable of District discipline procedure and appropriate and acceptable behavior for riders
10. Maintains control of students through posit ve student management techniques
11. Provides appropriate information for student referral and/or discipline problems
12. Utilizes safety knowledge to maintain utmost care of students
13. Follows route directions and informs supervisor of changes immediately
14. Allows students to load and unload at authorized stops
15. Wears seat belt whenever bus is in motion
16. Present on the bus whenever there are students in the vehicleProvides positive input during safety meeting
17. Provides a positive image for students through proper attire, language and health habits
18. Maintains composure under stressful situations
19. Attends assigned safety meetings and/or workshops
20. Reports all accidents and/or near accidents to supervisor
21. Responsible to see that bus is fueled
22. Reports potentially hazardous situations
23. Willingness to work with supervisor and drivers
24. Must be of good moral character
25. Must report all major misconduct of children under their supervision
26. Shall report any accident or injury to pupils while in their care
27. Use of cell phone as outlined by school policyProper use of time clock system District has in place
28. Maintain confidential nature of all school-related matters
29. Other duties assigned by the Superintendent or designee

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age at contract time
• Must meet all state licensing requirements
• Demonstrates aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Must maintain a valid Class B license with both passenger and student endorsement
• Successfully completes DOT physical annually
• Successfully pass initial and random drug screening
• Must submit and pass background check

REPORTS TO:

Director of Transportation