Substitute Van Driver

Young World Physical Education; Indianola (IA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Indianola Community School District Transportation is seeking a Substitute Van Driver at the District Operations Center in Indianola, Iowa. The position is part-time with a starting date of immediate availability; reports to the Transportation Director and involves working with students and staff to ensure safe transportation.

Pay is $18.02 per hour, with the job posted until filled. The role requires a valid Class D endorsement, a clean driving record, and completion of required training

Qualifications

• Valid Class D Chauffeur endorsement is required.
• Must have an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to complete all required training programs.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate effectively with school personnel and riders.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with riders and parents.
• Operate the van in a safe, efficient and legal manner.
• Complete pre-trip inspections and use proper documentation.
• Keep the interior and exterior of the van clean.
• Follow the District’s Van Safety Rules and post-trip procedures.

Skills

Valid Class D endorsement

Clean driving record

Training program completion

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Indianola Community School District Transportation - District Operations Center - Indianola, Iowa

Substitute Van Driver

Job ID: 5832294
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Van Driver Substitute

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

Qualifications (required)

• Valid Class D Chauffeur endorsement on the driver license to drive a school van.
• Must have an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to complete all required training programs.

Physical Requirements

• Visual acuity.
• Ability to hear and understand speech at normal room levels.
• Occasional lifting of 50 pounds, dragging or pulling up to 100 pounds.
• Frequent walking, bending, stooping and climbing.
• Be free of impairment of the use of foot, leg, hand, or arm, or other defects of limitations likely to interfere with the ability to safely control a school van.
• Repetitive hand movement and griping.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed inside and around the exterior of the school van.
• Occasional exposure to body fluids, fumes, noise and emergency situations.
• Occasional extreme temperatures and/or inclement weather.

REPORTS TO: Transportation Director

SUPERVISES: Students

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Work year will be aligned with the student's needs and wages and benefits will be established by the Board.

EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy 411.7 ClassifiedEmployee Evaluation.

Performance Responsibilities

• Must communicate effectively with school personnel.
• Will establish and maintain effective communication with the riders.
• Shall demonstrate efficient, effective communication with the public.
• Use proper radio communication skills.
• Must complete pre-trip inspections and use proper documentation.
• Legibly writes up service due notices according to rules established.
• Must operate the van in a safe, efficient and legal manner.
• Maintains and enforces all provisions of the District’s Van Safety Rules for riders.
• Completes the assigned route/trip on a safe, but timely basis.
• Confronts emergency situations in accordance with safety-standard operational procedures.
• Must keep to a minimum complaints received from the public in regards to driving skills.
• Will work with the transportation director, on complaints received from parents in regards to discipline.
• Must complete expected post-trip route requirements.
• Reports vehicle/equipment defects to the appropriate personnel.
• Must demonstrate willingness to accept change in one’s normal routine.
• Must meet contractual obligations regarding attendance and punctuality.
• Must attend required training programs.
• Completes all required information on mileage sheets, accident reports etc. accurately according to Iowa Law and District expectations.
• Must keep the interior and exterior of the van clean.
• Performs other duties as may from time to time be assigned.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $18.02 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Equal Opportunity Employer

All employers submitting a job opening for posting on the Teach Iowa system will not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, age, physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, marital status, or status as a veteran. A bona fide religious institution may choose to exercise the allowances in Iowa Code section 216.6.(6)d. Employers may have additional developed specific equal employment opportunity policies and procedures; please check with employers.

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Ron Swartz , Transportation Director
• Transportation - District Operations Center
• Phone: [phone] x8060
• Email: [e-mail]