Substitute School Bus Driver

Fort Dodge Community School District; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Dodge Community School District is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school and events. Under the supervision of the Director of Transportation, you will operate a school bus, perform pre-trip inspections, assist students, and follow district bus safety rules.

Qualifications include a minimum Class B CDL with passenger and air-brake endorsements and the Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit.

Qualifications

• Minimum Class B CDL with passenger, air-brake endorsement and the Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit.

Responsibilities

• Safely and reliably transports students to and from school and activities.
• Complete pre-trip/route inspections before each trip.
• Operate the bus and equipment in a safe, legal manner.
• Assist disabled students loading and unloading when needed.
• Maintain and enforce Bus-Safety Rules for riders.
• Meet contract obligations regarding attendance and punctuality.

Skills

Safety awareness

Student supervision

Communication

Education

Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit

Tools

Wheelchair lift operation

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 3385367

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 09, 2025 1:09 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Substitute School Bus Driver

Supervisor: Director of Transportation

Contract Length:180 days

Job Classification: Bus-Driver

FLSA Status: non-exempt

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

Safely and reliably transports and assists students and other school district passengers to and from school, educational or sporting events, community-based programs and other special activities.

Essential Functions

• Completes, prior to each trip/route, the required pre-trip/route inspection. (e.g., keeps the windows, mirrors and all lights clean of dirt, ice, and snow).
• Checks regularly to keep the vehicle full of oil, gas and anti-freeze for its scheduled assignment.
• Operates the bus and related vehicle equipment in a safe, efficient, and legal manner, including radio communications and traffic laws.
• Checks to see all students are remained seated while in route.
• Completes the assigned route/trip on a safe, but timely basis.
• Maintains and enforces all provisions of the District's Bus-Safety Rules for riders.
• Operates wheel chair lift when needed.
• Complete securement of wheel chairs, car seats, seat belts, and other types of safety equipment.
• May assist disabled students with special needs loading and unloading.
• Completes the post-trip/route walk through requirements. (e.g., checks for sleeping children, book bags, instruments or damage to the vehicle).
• Confronts emergency situations in accordance with safety-standard operational procedures.
• When necessary, provides assistance to students who need help in cleaning up body fluids.
• Meets contract obligations regarding attendance and punctuality.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with the riders.
• Guide and instruct students on posted School Bus Rules and discipline according to District guidelines.
• Report to Transportation Director all route changes, route hazards, dangerous bus stops.

Qualifications

• Minimum Class B (CDL), with passenger, air-brake endorsement and the Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess the physical and mental capability for assigned responsibilities.
• Possess no personal or moral habits which would be detrimental to the safety and welfare of transported students.
• Know, understand and obey all Federal, State and local rules and regulations governing bus drivers and the operation of a school bus.
• Possess a motor vehicle record that is acceptable to the District's insurance carrier.
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Amount of Time Physical Activity Occasionally

(1%-32%) Frequently

(33%-65%) Constantly

(66%-100%) Mobility - X - Bend - X - Talk - X - Hear - X Operate Computer X - Stationary Position - X - Balance - X - Lift Up to 20 pounds X - Manual Dexterity Tasks - X - Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X - Sitting - X Carrying (25 feet) X -

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Amount of Time Working Conditions Occasionally

(1%-32%) Frequently

(33%-65%) Constantly

(66%-100%) District Office Hours X - Indoors X - Weekends/Off Schedule X - Temperature Extremes X -

It is the policy of Fort Dodge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity, and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. If you have questions or grievances related to this policy, please contact Aaron Davidson, Executive Director Educational Services, 515-576-1161, [e-mail], located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501, or contact the Office for Civil Rights Midwestern Division for U. S. Department of Education Office, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building 230 S. Dearborn St., 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604 (Alternate for Section 504 is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, [e-mail], Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501).affirmative Action Compliance Coordinator The District’s Compliance Coordinator for Aff... Physical/Sexual Abuse Reporting The District’s Designated Investigators of Physical/Sexual Abuse of Students by School Employees Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,[e-mail], located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. The alternate is Branwyn Greathouse, Director of Special Education/Special Needs, 515-574-5675, [e-mail], Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Harassment Complaints and Allegations The District’s Officers for Harassment Complaints and Allegations Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,[e-mail], located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501. Sex Discrimination and Harassment (Title IX) The District’s Coordinator for Sex Discrimination and Harassment is Roger Porter, Director of School Safety and Security, 515-576-1161,[e-mail]. The Deputy Coordinator is Kimberly Whitmore, Director of Human Resources. Both are located at Central Administration Office, 109 North 25th Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501.

Rev. 7/2023

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Position Type: Full-time

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Support Staff > Transportation

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Contact Information

• Janina Denetelli
• 109 North 25th Street
• Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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