Substitute School Bus Driver

San Dieguito Union High School District; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 3,317,260; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary of $24.08 per hour

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to safely transport children to and from school and on field trips. The position requires a valid California Commercial Driver License with specific endorsements and CPR/First Aid certification. Typical assignments are 5.5 to 6 hours daily. The role also involves ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the bus. Interested candidates should meet all legal requirements for school bus operation.

Qualifications

• Requires current licensing as a school bus driver.
• Must pass drug and alcohol program violations check.
• Demonstrated ability to transport children safely.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus to transport children between home and school.
• Perform daily inspection and cleaning of assigned vehicles.
• Complete assignments for 5.5 to 6 hours per day.

Skills

California Commercial Driver License, Class A or B

California Special Driver Certificate

Adult CPR and First Aid Certificates

Medical Examiner's Certificate

Job description

San Dieguito Union High School District District Office - Encinitas, California

Substitute School Bus Driver

San Dieguito Union High School District District Office - Encinitas, California

This job is also posted in San Dieguito Union High School District

Job Details

Job ID: 4531192

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 31, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

About the Employer

Thank you for your interest in employment with San Dieguito Union High School District (SDUHSD). Located in North Coastal San Diego County, SDUHSD is comprised of middle and high schools. We offer a wealth of academic and extracurricular opportunities in which our students can engage and excel. Our success as a school district is due to the dedication of our educators and support staff. We invite candidates with a commitment to service to explore employment opportunities in our schools, offices, and facilities.

Job Summary

Substitute School Bus Drivers drive a school bus to transport children between home and school and/or on field trips and perform daily inspection and cleaning of assigned vehicles. Typical assignments are 5.5 or 6 hours per day.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requires current licensing as a school bus driver. Candidates must attach the required documents to their employment application. Prior to being eligible for employment, applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse. As of January 6, 2020, this clearinghouse will be used to obtain drug and alcohol program violations for commercial driver's license holders prior to employment.

• California Commercial Driver License, Class A or B, with P and S endorsements, with Restriction 29, and without Restriction 48.
• California Special Driver Certificate, valid for school bus operation, and must not have Restrictions 2, 3, 4, and 5. If Restriction 6 is indicated, must present a First Aid Card from an approved provider list (obtain list from SDUHSD Human Resources Department).
• Medical Examiner's Certificate with a valid date.
• DMV Printout - California Driver's Record Report - must be dated within 30 days of application. Can be obtained at: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/customer-service/request-vehicle-or-driver-records/online-driver-record-request/
• T-01 card
• Adult CPR (must include "hands on" classroom training) and First Aid Certificates

Comments and Other Information

SB 848 COMPLIANCE – EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2026 Effective January 1, 2026, and in accordance with California Education Code Section 44051(a)(1), any applicant for a non-teaching position must disclose a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school, state special school and diagnostic center operated by the department of education, and private school that the applicant has previously been an employee of, including full-time, part-time, or substitute roles. Failure to provide this information may be considered an act of dishonesty and could affect hiring decisions. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the recruitment process for disabled persons. Advance notice is required. To request an accommodation in the examination process, please email [e-mail]. If you need assistance completing an application, please email [e-mail]. San Dieguito Union High School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying in educational programs, activities, or employment on the basis of actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, immigration status, religious beliefs or customs, sexual orientation, parental, pregnancy, family or marital status, military status or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. SDUHSD requires that school personnel take immediate steps to intervene when safe to do so when he or she witnesses an act of discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying. Any concerns regarding discrimination may be directed to Susan Gray, Director, Classified Personnel, 710 Encinitas Blvd., Encinitas, CA, 92024; [phone].

Position Type:

Substitute

Salary:

$24.08 Substitute

Contact Information

• Classified Personnel
• District Office
• Email: [e-mail]

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