Substitute Bus Driver 26-27

Ithaca City School District; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Job summary

The Ithaca City School District is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to ensure the safe transfer of students along assigned routes. Candidates must possess a valid NY State Class B CDL and demonstrate effective communication with students and their families. This position promotes a collaborative school community by aspiring to eliminate disparities in academic outcomes and participation.

The role involves maintaining discipline on the bus. Applications are continually accepted; the position offers $20/hr.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).
• Willingness to support efforts to eliminate race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse students and families.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus on an assigned route.
• Ensure the safe transfer of school children.
• Maintain discipline on the bus.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Tools

CDL (Commercial Driver License)

Job description

Position Title

Substitute School Bus Driver - CDL License Required 26-27

Brief Description

The work involves responsibility for driving a school bus on an assigned route. When driving, the incumbent is responsible for the safe transfer of school children and for maintaining discipline on the bus. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Transportation Supervisor in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Location

District Wide

Anticipated Start Date

APPLICATIONS TAKEN ON A CONTINUAL BASIS

Posting Dates

3/2/2026-3/15/2027 Applications will be reviewed during Summer 2026. If you have any questions, please contact [e-mail].

Required Qualifications

• Possession of a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL).
• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• Effective and resourceful interpersonal skills including effective and proper communication with students, parents, faculty, staff and community members; positive attitude.

Desired Characteristics

• Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community.

Application Process

In order for us to receive your application, you must complete the following three steps on RecruitFront:

1. Create a RecruitFront profile: If it's the first time applying to ICSD
2. Create an Application: Checkmark School Related Personnel Only!
3. Apply to Job Posting: After finishing step 2, select APPLY on the job posting

Salary Range

$20/hr.

EEO Statement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.