Regular Bus Driver

Sultan School District • Sultan, WA

82d • $27 - $34

About The Position

The Sultan School District is seeking a Regular Bus Driver for the 2025-2026 school year. This position involves driving a school bus and/or other district vehicles to transport students safely to and from school, as well as to field trips and special events. The driver will perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections, maintain effective communication with students and staff, and ensure compliance with all safety regulations. The role requires a commitment to promoting a positive environment for student learning and providing first aid when necessary.

Requirements

• Excellent driving record required.
• Ability to read and follow road signs and directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the public.
• Ability to steer, shift, and brake a school bus for prolonged driving runs.
• Knowledge of laws and rules of the road.
• Ability to learn district routes, directions, and schedules.
• Skill in modeling appropriate and safe behavior for students.
• Ability to instruct students in safe and responsible behavior.
• Ability to monitor and correct student behavior.
• Ability to perform routine bus maintenance and service.
• Ability to operate two-way radio and other safety equipment.
• Ability to maintain accurate, legible records and logs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drives a school bus and/or other district vehicle to transport students safely to and from school.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of assigned bus.
• Maintains effective communication with students, parents, school staff, and the public.
• Observes and obeys state, local, and school district laws and regulations.
• Conducts bus fire drills for student safety.
• Provides first aid to injured or ill students as necessary.
• Maintains logs of bus activity, passenger count, mileage, and fuel.
• Performs routine bus maintenance activities.
• May orient substitute drivers to assigned routes and schedules.

Benefits

• Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB)
• Washington state retirement package
• Paid time off including sick leave, vacation pay, holidays, personal days, and bereavement leave
• Medical plans with prescription benefits
• Long-term disability insurance
• Dental plans
• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Vision plans
• Dependent Care Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED