Substitute School Bus Driver — Flexible Hours & Training

South Washington County Schools; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Flexible hours

Retirement contributions

Job security

Job summary

South Washington County School District seeks Bus Driver Substitute to transport students safely on substitute routes and support activities. The role requires attention to route directions, safety procedures, and reliable attendance.

We offer paid training, flexible hours, retirement contributions, and job security. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and a valid School Bus license or training to obtain one is provided, with strong communication skills essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid School Bus License or will train.
• Positive interpersonal communication and relationship building.
• Ability to interact with all ages of children.
• Clear positive communication with students, parents, coworkers.
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.
• First aid and CPR training.
• Appreciation of diversity in interactions.
• Meets transportation department physical test qualifications.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and use email/Word.

Responsibilities

• Inspects the school bus before operation.
• Reviews route directions and follows designated routes.
• Transports authorized passengers and ensures safety.
• Enforces safety rules and loads/unloads students properly.
• Completes reports and maintains bus cleanliness.
• Operates the two-way radio and reports issues.
• Monitors student discipline and reports problems.
• Follows district policies and bus driver contract.
• Performs post-trip inspections and other duties.

Skills

Positive interpersonal communication

Interaction with children

Reliable attendance

First aid and CPR

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

School Bus License or willingness to train

Job description

South Washington County School District seeks Bus Driver Substitute to transport students safely on substitute routes and support activities. The role requires attention to route directions, safety procedures, and reliable attendance.

We offer paid training, flexible hours, retirement contributions, and job security. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and a valid School Bus license or training to obtain one is provided, with strong communication skills essential.