Substitute Bus Driver

Crook County; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Crook County School District in Prineville, Oregon seeks a Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and activities in a safe, professional manner. Reports to the Transportation Manager.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, English communication skills, ability to follow directions, and safe bus operation under varying conditions. Pre-employment drug screening and a background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written communication.
• Operate school buses safely under varying conditions.
• Adhere to drug-free workplace requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus on an assigned route in all weather conditions.
• Load and unload students at stops on an established schedule.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections as required by law.
• Report mechanical difficulties according to department process.
• Complete forms and reports promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe bus interior and exterior.
• Maintain discipline and attend student meetings as needed.
• Interact professionally with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain required licenses, certifications, and training hours.
• Drive on special trips as needed.
• Maintain regular, punctual attendance.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Monday, July 13, 2026 12:00 AM
(Pacific Standard Time)

Job Description

Substitute Bus Driver

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

LOCATION: Transportation Department

START DATE: TBD

DAYS & HOURS: TBD

SALARY:$22.66

JOB SUMMARY:

A substitute school bus driver transports students to and from school and other authorized activities in a safe and professional manner. Reports to the Transportation Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drive a bus on an assigned route in all weather conditions.
• Load and unload students at specific stops on an established time schedule.
• Conduct a vehicle pre and post trip inspection as prescribed by law.
• Report mechanical difficulties according to department process.
• Complete assigned forms and reports in a timely manner.
• Maintain the bus to provide a safe and clean atmosphere, inside and out.
• Maintain discipline on bus and report discipline problems to appropriate staff; attend student-parent meetings regarding school bus discipline problems, as required.
• Interact professionally and courteously with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Maintain appropriate licenses, certifications, and training hours as required.
• Drive bus on special trips inside or outside the District.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Fulfill working conditions and physical effort listed below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written communication.
• Ability to operate school buses in a safe and lawful manner during varying weather, road, and traffic conditions; and to recognize when conditions are unsafe for bus operation.
• Adhere to the federal requirements of a drug‑free work place.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Length of Year: Days as Assigned. Length of Day: As assigned by Manager.
• Possess the ability to sit for extended periods of time and perform regular climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, walking, and crouching.
• Frequent talking, hearing, reaching, and use of hands for fine manipulation.
• Possess ability to exert force to 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds of force frequently.
• Frequent near and far acuity, depth perception, focal length change, color vision, and peripheral vision.
• Possible exposure to inclement weather conditions and hazardous traffic and/or driving conditions.
• Exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud.
• Working closely with children can be physically and emotionally demanding.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for THC/marijuana in accordance with policy and federal law and passing the Oregon Department of Education background check.

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions, or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify, or delete any aspect of this (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.

If hired, you will be required to read and sign this job description.

Crook County School District
471 NE Ochoco Plaza Drive
Prineville, OR 97754
541-447-5099
541-447-3645
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