Substitute Bus Driver (25-26SY)

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 18,718 - 26,659; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the United States is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to operate a school bus and transport students safely. Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED and a Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements. Responsibilities include conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining discipline among passengers, and ensuring safety during transport. A commitment to training and a clean driving record are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License with the necessary endorsements.
• At least 6 months of driving experience required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operates a school bus, transporting students to and from school.
• Conducts pre- and post-trip inspections of the bus.
• Maintains discipline and ensures passenger safety.

Skills

Safe operation of a school bus

Ability to detect malfunctioning equipment

Effective communication

Patience and understanding with children

General knowledge of geography

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus endorsement

Job description

Substitute Bus Driver (25-26SY)

Job Details

Job ID: 5632698

Application Deadline: May 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

LOCATION/DEPT: Assigned School/Transportation

REPORTS TO: Principal/Transportation Planner

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

Accepting applications for the 2025–2026 school year.

Applying to this position gives Henderson County Schools the ability to view your general application. Must have a Principal recommendation for hire. Contact a Principal at one of our schools and schedule an interview. (Please give the Principal adequate time to contact your references and submit a referral to Human Resources after you have completed the interview.)

Call Henderson County Public Schools’ Transportation Department at [phone] for the school bus driver training class schedule. You must attend all the sessions of the class. Complete the roadwork training (three days) which is scheduled by the bus driver trainer.

Position Summary

Performs semi-skilled work operating a school bus, transporting students to and from school, activities or events, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Transportation Planner.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED and minimal experience with at least 6 months of driving experience as a licensed operator of a motor vehicle, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General knowledge of operating a school bus; general knowledge of the geography of the District and the location of streets; skill in the safe operation of a school bus.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to detect malfunctioning equipment.
• Ability to assist children using patience and understanding.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, associates, students, parents and the general public.

Essential Duties

• Performs pre- and post-trip school bus inspection; reports operating and equipment deficiencies.
• Transports students to and from school, along with other activities and events.
• Cleans bus inside and out including washing, sweeping, emptying trash, etc.
• Fuels bus as needed.
• Obeys traffic laws and observes safety regulations for school bus operations.
• Ensures passenger safety; maintains discipline on bus; completes disciplinary forms as needed.
• Conducts periodic emergency evacuation drills.
• Records mileage; maintains records and reports.
• Performs related work as required.

Physical Requirements

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force.
• Work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting.
• Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, operating machines, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work regularly requires working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to vibration and occasionally requires exposure to fumes or airborne particles, exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.
• Work could be in a moderately noisy location.

Special Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Applicable training will be provided.
• Must hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and School Bus endorsement in the State of North Carolina.
• Pre‑employment DOT Drug Test is required
• Pre‑employment Criminal/DMV check is required
• Physical Standards Test and all legal requirements of the NC DMV and Henderson County Public Schools
• Clear criminal background check
• Safe driving record
• Health Certificate

Position Type

Substitute

Salary

$16.47 Per Hour

Job Categories

Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• HCPS Transportation Dept , Bus Garage
• Transportation Dept
• Phone: [phone]