2026-2027 School Bus Drivers, Substitute
About The Position
Montgomery County Public Schools is accepting applications on an on-going basis for School Bus Driver, Substitute positions that may become available within our division for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a “continuous recruit posting” to build an applicant pool for all schools. As positions become available, all qualified applicants with complete application files will be considered. Should a specific location/job be posted, you may also be required to apply to that posting. The School Bus Driver has a unique opportunity to positively influence our students while providing safe and efficient transportation to and from school on a daily basis. The substitute school bus driver works on an as-needed and as-available basis.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, or passing score on the literacy test given by MCPS
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- Must possess a valid Virginia driver’s license
- Must furnish a clean driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles showing that the applicant, within the preceding five years, has not been convicted of a charge of driving under the influence of intoxicating liquors or drugs, convicted of a charge of refusing to take a blood or breath test, convicted of a felony, or assigned to any alcohol safety action program or driver alcohol rehabilitation program (pursuant to VA Code §18.2-271.1) or within the preceding 12 months, has not been convicted of two or more moving violations or has not been required to attend a driver improvement clinic by the Commissioner of the Department of Motor Vehicles (pursuant to VA Code § 46.2-497)
- Provide a reference statement, upon initial employment, signed by two reputable persons who reside in the local area or in the applicant’s community, attesting that the person is of good and moral character
- Must be physically qualified to drive a school bus or other vehicle transporting students and pass a physical examination of a scope prescribed by the Virginia Board of Education furnished on a form prescribed by the Board showing such results (pursuant to VA Code § 22.1-178)
- Must have had a reasonable amount of experience in driving motor vehicles to be trained to drive a school or activity bus upon a highway in the Commonwealth of Virginia (pursuant to VA Code § 46.2-339)
- Dependability and punctuality required
Nice To Haves
- Possess a valid Virginia “Class B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes and S and P endorsements, or be able to obtain one after receiving approved training offered by MCPS
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and efficient transportation to and from school on a daily basis.
- Work on an as-needed and as-available basis.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
