Substitute School Bus Driver – On Call

The Main Street Academy; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Main Street Academy in College Park, GA is seeking reliable substitute school bus drivers on an on-call basis to cover absences.

Candidates must hold a Georgia CDL (Class B or higher) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, plus a DOT medical certificate and a high school diploma or GED.

Duties include safely transporting students, inspecting buses, following routes, and maintaining professional communication with staff; on-call shifts require flexibility.

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia CDL with required endorsements
• DOT medical certificate current
• High school diploma or GED completed
• Criminal background and drug testing clearance

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• Follow routes, schedules, and designated stops
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Maintain safe, orderly environment and report issues promptly
• Communicate professionally with school staff

Skills

Safe driving

Punctuality

Flexibility

Professional communication

Education

Georgia CDL Class B+

Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position: Substitute School Bus Driver – On Call
Supervisor: School Operations Director
Work Site: The Main Street Academy; College Park, GA
Work Hours: On-Call Shift
Compensation: $28/ hourly

Position Purpose

The Main Street Academy (TMSA) is seeking reliable, experienced, and safety-conscious Substitute School Bus Drivers to provide student transportation on an as-needed basis. This position supports daily transportation operations by covering scheduled and unscheduled driver absences.

Candidates must possess all required licensing, endorsements, and current medical certifications at the time of application

Required Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required, college degree preferred.

Certification / Licensure

• Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B or higher.
• Current Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Current, valid DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate (DOT Physical).
• Meet applicable Georgia Department of Education school bus driver medical examination and training requirements.
• Successful completion of required criminal background checks and drug and alcohol testing.
• Ability to safely operate a school bus and manage student behavior.
• Dependable transportation, punctuality, and flexibility to accept assignments on short notice.
• Applicants must already possess the required CDL, endorsements, and current medical certification to be considered.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and school-sponsored activities.
• Follow established bus routes, schedules, and designated stops.
• Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment for students.
• Follow all applicable transportation laws, safety regulations, and school policies.
• Report accidents, safety concerns, mechanical issues, and student conduct incidents promptly.
• Maintain required transportation documentation and communicate professionally with school personnel.
• Accept assignments based on availability and school transportation needs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to safely operate a school bus in accordance with federal, state, and local transportation laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of school bus safety procedures, traffic laws, and emergency evacuation protocols.
• Ability to maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful environment while transporting students.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate transportation records and inspection reports.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with school administrators, transportation personnel, students, parents, and diverse groups.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions in emergency or critical situations.
• Ability to accurately follow assigned routes, schedules, and written and verbal instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and flexibility in accepting on-call assignments, including short-notice requests.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely operate a school bus in accordance with federal, state, and local transportation laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of school bus safety procedures, traffic laws, and emergency evacuation protocols.
• Ability to maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful environment while transporting students.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to maintain accurate transportation records and inspection reports.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with school administrators, transportation personnel, students, parents, and diverse groups.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions in emergency or critical situations.
• Ability to accurately follow assigned routes, schedules, and written and verbal instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and flexibility in accepting on-call assignments, including short-notice requests.

This is an on-call position with no guaranteed minimum hours. Assignments may include morning routes, afternoon routes, field trips, or other transportation needs. Advance notice of assignments may vary.

Disclaimer

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of TMSA, Inc. to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment or retaliation as required by civil rights law.