Substitute School Bus Driver

Bath Community Schools; Bath Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Bath Community Schools is seeking a Substitute Driver to transport students on defined routes in accordance with schedules and safety policies. The role requires a valid Class B CDL with air brakes and P & S endorsements, plus a clean driving record.

You will train new drivers, perform daily pre-trip inspections, and ensure proper passenger management, including special needs handling and emergency procedures. Hours are as needed, and the district emphasizes equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Valid class B CDL with air brakes and P & S endorsements.
• Experience in transportation.
• Good driving record.
• Ability to work well with students.
• Other qualifications as specified by Transportation Director.

Responsibilities

• Drives a school bus to transport students to and from school over defined routes while adhering to schedules and safety policies.
• Conducts training sessions to instruct new employees on proper and safe bus driving methods and techniques.
• Performs pre-trip inspections daily and before each scheduled run to ensure compliance with MDOT regulations.
• Instructs on stopping procedures, counts students, monitors off-boarding, and ensures safety around danger zones and railroad crossings.
• Provides training on handling wheel chair lifts and properly securing wheel chairs for special needs transport.
• Assists with passenger management and behavior according to school policies.
• Participates in emergency evacuation training and practices as directed by policies.
• Completes work-orders, pre-trip forms, incident reports, and accident reports.
• Operates two-way radio to maintain communication with the central bus garage and school offices.
• Performs other related duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

CDL

Air Brakes

P & S Endorsements

Good Driving Record

Student Interaction

Job description

Bath Community Schools is seeking a Substitute Driver to transport students on defined routes in accordance with schedules and safety policies. The role requires a valid Class B CDL with air brakes and P & S endorsements, plus a clean driving record.

You will train new drivers, perform daily pre-trip inspections, and ensure proper passenger management, including special needs handling and emergency procedures. Hours are as needed, and the district emphasizes equal opportunity employment.