Substitute - Bus Operator

Lincoln Parish School District; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A U.S. school district is seeking a Bus Operator to ensure the safe transportation of students to and from school. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining vehicle cleanliness, adhering to traffic laws, and reporting any incidents promptly. Strong communication with parents and school administrators is essential. Candidates should possess a valid driver's license and demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures. This role plays a vital part in our educational environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport assigned students to the proper school and home.
• Notify the Transportation Office of any absence or mechanical failure.
• Maintain a neat and clean vehicle in compliance with regulations.

Job description

Position Information

Position Type: Transportation/ Substitute - Bus Operator

Date Posted: 3/20/2019

Location: Transportation

Bus Operator

The role of the professional school bus driver in today’s educational environment is unique, vital, and complex. This position has certain responsibilities to many segments of society. Included is the Federal Government, the State Government, the State Department of Education, the Lincoln Parish School Board, the Superintendent, the Transportation Department, school Principal’s, students and parents. Specific responsibilities of the professional school bus driver are listed in the job description.

Professional Responsibilities

• Safely transport assigned students to the proper school, and home again.
• Report regularly and punctually within the time framework established by the Transportation Department.
• Notify the Transportation Office immediately of impending absence, tardiness, or mechanical failure.
• Establish proper techniques and follow discipline procedures as established by the State Department of Education and the Lincoln Parish School Board.
• Complete accurately and timely all reports and records as directed, and as may be required after an accident, for absences, or for any special purposes.
• Maintain good public relations with students, parents and school administrators. The driver is directed to avoid parent conferences or confrontations while on the route. An alternative is to arrange for a later meeting or phone call.
• Maintain a neat and clean vehicle, mechanically safe, in compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Accurately record and report appropriate mileage for each and all designated routes.
• Conform to Louisiana Law concerning the safety and welfare of assigned pupils.
• Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and conformity with state and local traffic laws and local governing motor vehicle operations.
• Notify the Transportation Department immediately of all accidents or serious incidents. This also includes accidents or incidents in the driver’s private personal vehicles.
• All bus drivers must check their bus for students accidently left on board the bus at the conclusion of all routes.
• Perform all other duties commensurate with the fulfillment of his/her responsibilities as a Bus Driver, as assigned by the Supervisor of Transportation and the Superintendent of Lincoln Parish Schools.

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