Substitute Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education; Tama (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Tama, Iowa, is looking for a part-time Substitute Bus Driver. The role involves ensuring safe and efficient transportation for students, maintaining bus cleanliness, and fostering a respectful atmosphere.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or G.E.D., meet health requirements, and be able to obtain a school bus driver's permit. Apply by Mar 20, 2027.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to meet State and District health requirements.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a school bus driver's permit.

Responsibilities

• Follows all traffic laws and school bus safety regulations.
• Maintains appropriate student behavior and reports concerns.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections and reports needed repairs.

Skills

Traffic laws compliance

Student behavior management

Bus maintenance

Leadership

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

School bus driver's permit

Job description

Substitute Bus Driver

Job Details

Job ID: 5804608

Application Deadline: Mar 20, 2027 4:59 AM (UTC)

Posted: Jun 26, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Summary

The purpose of this position is to support South Tama County Community School District's commitment to ensuring all students have access to a safe, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment. The bus driver provides safe, efficient, and reliable transportation while fostering a respectful and supportive atmosphere. This role contributes to positive relationships with students, families, and staff and supports the overall well-being of each student.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows all traffic laws and school bus safety regulations
• Maintains appropriate student behavior; reports concerns to appropriate staff
• Keeps interior and exterior of assigned bus clean
• Conducts pre‑trip inspections (fuel, fluids, mechanical condition); reports needed repairs
• Notifies appropriate personnel of mechanical failure, accidents, or delays
• Transports authorized students; discharges students at approved stops only
• Demonstrates responsible leadership on field trips and out‑of‑district trips
• Completes and submits required reports, including accident reports
• Enforces district policies regarding eating and smoking on the bus
• Assists young and/or disabled students entering and exiting the bus
• Checks bus after each route to ensure all students have exited and bus is secure
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Meets State and District health requirements
• Holds or is able to obtain a school bus driver's permit
• Demonstrates competence for assigned responsibilities
• Other qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Board

Position Type

Part‑time

Contact Information

• Justin Suchanek, Transportation Coordinator
• South Tama Community School District
• Phone: 641‑484‑2675
• Email: jsuchanek@s‑tama.k12.ia.us