Substitute School Bus Driver

Northwest Regional ESD; Cloverdale (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestucca Valley School District is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to transport students on assigned routes, following safety rules and district procedures. The role reports to the Transportation Coordinator and offers a competitive hourly wage.

The position requires alertness, reliable attendance, and the ability to obtain a CDL and the Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate. Training and compliance are emphasized to ensure safe, effective transportation services.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations governing school bus operation (state/district).
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and professionally.
• License: ability to obtain CDL and Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus on an assigned route according to schedule and laws.
• Load and unload students at stops with safety and order.
• Inspect vehicle before trips and report mechanical issues.
• Maintain student discipline and report problems to supervisor.
• Attend required training and complete online courses by due date.

Skills

Safe driving

Student management

Professional conduct

Traffic laws knowledge

Oregon bus regulations

Job description

• Date Posted: 9/19/2025
• Date Available: ASAP
• Position Type: Nestucca Valley School District
• Date Posted: 9/19/2025
• Location: Nestucca Valley School District
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Position Title: Substitute School Bus Driver

Location: Nestucca Valley School District

Reports To: Transportation Coordinator

Salary: $20.21

HB3187 NOTICE: NVSD complies with HB 3187. Prior to completing an initial interview, NVSD does no request or require disclosure of the applicant's age or date of birth or when the applicant attended or graduated from any educational institution, except when such information is required to: (A) Affirms that the applicant meets bona fide occupational qualifications; or (B) Comply with any provision of federal, state or local law, rule or regulation. To these ends we ask that applicants do not provide such information as part of their application or attached materials.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under supervision of a designated supervisor, a school bus driver operates a school bus in a highly skilled manner in transporting students to and from school on as needed routes in accordance with state laws and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required:

Knowledge of:

• Laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of a school bus;
• Traffic signs and devices;
• Safe motor vehicle driving techniques;
• State and district rules regarding traffic safety and passenger loading.

Ability to:

• Operate a motor vehicle in a safe and lawful manner;
• Maintain student management/control while underway.
• Conduct yourself in a professional workplace manner.

License:

• Possessor be able to obtain, in a timely fashion, a valid CDL license and Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Performs some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.

• Drive a school bus on an assigned route, observing all traffic laws, rules and regulations;
• Load and off load students at specific stops on an established time schedule;
• Check vehicle before each trip to determine possible deficiencies;
• Report mechanical difficulties to supervisor;
• Record fuel, oil and mileage readings;
• Keep vehicle clean inside and out;
• Maintains discipline on bus and reports discipline problems to designated authority;
• Attend in-services and training as required.
• Annually pass the District’s required online training by the District’s assigned due date.
• Perform physical requirements unaided or with the assistance of reasonable accommodation.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Salary and work year to be according to the current negotiated contract.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of Board policy.

WORKPLACE EXPECTATIONS:

• Establish and maintain a positive and respectful working relationship with students, staff, administration, parents/guardians and community members.
• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with staff and customers at all organizational levels (listening to others without interrupting, keeping emotions under control, remaining open to others’ ideas and focusing on solving conflicts).
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about participants, families and staff.
• Follow all laws, District policies, rules, regulations, memos, announcements and reasonable requests by proper authority

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively to diverse groups.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Works well with others. Focuses on solving conflict; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas; and contributes to building a positive team spirit.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands strength rating reflects the estimated overall strength requirements of the job. The strength rating is expressed by one of the five terms: Sedentary, Light, Medium, Heavy and Very Heavy. This position is classified as Light.

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 job (or the position itself) at any time, as it deems advisable.

The Nestucca Valley School District is an equal opportunity employer and provides services to the public on an equal opportunity basis and does not discriminate in employment or the provision of public services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, citizenship or marital status. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities or individuals with limited proficiency in English. Contact the District Office for assistance.

Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact the Human Resources Specialist at 503-392.3914x408 for additional information or assistance. Speech/Hearing impaired persons may contact the district for assistance through the Oregon telecommunications Relay Service at 1-800-735-2900.