BUS DRIVER -Future Opening Positions

Little Rock School District•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary goal of this position is to ensure the safe and efficient transportation of students, enabling them to participate fully in the school district's curricular and extracurricular activities. This is a nine-month (180 days) contract position with a Range 107 salary plus a benefit package. Placement within the salary range will be based on education and experience. The role is classified as Non-Exempt under FLSA.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
At least 21 years of age.
Good driving record with no “at fault” accidents or moving violations in the past three years.
Good physical and mental health.
Must have First Aid Certification or be willing to be trained.
Demonstrated aptitude or competence for effective student control.
Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with the public, the bus Aide/Monitor, and with other staff members.
Neat and clean in appearance and personal habits.
Ability to effectively care for assigned equipment.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Must maintain current CDL at all times.
Must maintain current DOT physical.

Responsibilities

Completes required training and testing for school bus driver and aides.
Performs assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner, observing all legal requirements and safe operating procedures.
Follows all written and oral instructions and route sheets, as published.
Obeys all written policies and directives promulgated by the school district.
Follows all instructions, both written and oral, regarding proper vehicle maintenance and upkeep.
Reports for drug/alcohol testing, as required.
Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority and maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
Assists in loading, securing, and unloading of wheel chair and physically disabled students.
Assists in emergency evacuation.
Maintains student control and discipline.
Keeps a daily log of student behavior and actual pick-up and drop-off times.
Follows Dispatcher’s and Supervisor’s directions.
Keeps inside of bus clean and orderly.
Must maintain current CDL at all times.
Must maintain current DOT physical.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor, Coordinator, or the Director.