Charter Bus Driver - Substitute

Independent School District 196•Rosemount, MN

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Charter Driver Substitute is responsible for the safe and reliable operation of district charter buses, transporting authorized students, staff, and chaperones to assigned field trips, athletic events, and extracurricular activities. The role involves adapting to varying routes, destinations, and schedules while prioritizing passenger safety and well-being. Schedules vary and may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekend trips during the school calendar and summer programs. Applicants with a CDL and School Bus endorsement must complete a driver record check, interview, criminal background check, reference checks, training and a behind-the-wheel evaluation, and a DOT pre-employment drug screening. Applicants without a School Bus License may be trained and must also pass a CDL physical, obtain a CDL permit with school bus and passenger endorsements, attend training and behind-the-wheel training, and pass the Minnesota CDL/School Bus Road Test. The position requires regular vehicle inspections and documentation, safe passenger loading and unloading, compliance with applicable rules and district procedures, bus maintenance and cleanliness, student discipline, and prompt reporting of mechanical issues and crashes. The physical demands include inspecting the vehicle, operating its controls, exposure to outdoor elements and road-related fumes or dust, and the ability to lift or drag a student in an emergency. Compensation is $25.80 per hour based on 2026–27 rates.

Requirements

Be a high school graduate or equivalent.
Have a valid Minnesota driver's license and a good driving record.
Have at least 3 years of driving experience in any type of vehicle.
Hold a valid School Bus License or be willing to train for one.
Fully participate in training as requested.
Maintain prompt, regular, and reliable attendance.
Be able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Successfully meet the qualifications of the transportation department physical test.
Be able to perform routine computer functions, including using email.
Applicants who currently hold a CDL and School Bus endorsement must complete a driver record check, interview, criminal background check, reference checks, training and a behind-the-wheel evaluation, and pass the DOT pre-employment drug screening.
Applicants without a School Bus License must pass a CDL physical, obtain a CDL permit with school bus and passenger endorsements, attend training and behind-the-wheel training, and pass the Minnesota CDL/School Bus Road Test.
Be capable of lifting or dragging students in an emergency, ranging from a small child to full adult weight.

Nice To Haves

Availability to work mornings and afternoons is preferred.
Enjoy working with children.
Demonstrate and role-model positive, safe, and responsible behavior.
Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect the school bus before operation and conduct a post-trip inspection after each route.
Review route directions as needed and follow designated routes, times, and bus stops.
Follow safe procedures for loading and unloading passengers.
Transport authorized students, staff, and chaperones to assigned destinations.
Obey federal, state, and local rules and regulations.
Complete written reports, pre-trip logs, mileage records, maintenance reports, accident reports, and discipline reports as required or requested.
Maintain a clean and fueled school bus.
Operate the two-way radio.
Maintain student discipline in accordance with district policies and department procedures, and report discipline problems.
Report mechanical problems to the Transportation shop and report all crashes immediately.
Follow the policies and procedures in the School District 196 Transportation Department Handbook and the Employee Contract.
Perform other duties as assigned.