School BUS DRIVER
About The Position
The School Bus Driver safely transports K–12 students on assigned routes and to extracurricular activities, field trips, athletic events, and other authorized activities. The driver follows Arizona traffic laws and school transportation regulations, maintains a safe and positive bus environment, and communicates with the Transportation Department about route or vehicle issues, delays, student concerns, and emergencies. The role also includes vehicle inspections, student assistance, accurate documentation, and participation in required safety meetings and training. This is a part-time afternoon and field trip position, with the possibility of full-time work.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Required Commercial Driver License (CDL) and applicable school bus and passenger endorsements.
- Current and valid IVP Card.
- Meet applicable Arizona Department of Public Safety and school transportation requirements.
- Meet applicable medical and physical requirements for the position.
- Ability to work split-shift schedules, field trips, and extracurricular transportation.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a school bus on assigned routes while following applicable Arizona traffic laws and school transportation regulations.
- Transport K–12 students to and from school, extracurricular activities, field trips, athletic events, and other authorized activities.
- Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and promptly report maintenance or safety concerns.
- Maintain a safe, orderly, and positive environment on the bus.
- Follow assigned routes, schedules, stops, and transportation procedures.
- Monitor student behavior and address concerns professionally and appropriately.
- Assist students with entering and exiting the bus safely, including students who may require additional assistance.
- Communicate with the Transportation Department regarding delays, route changes, student concerns, vehicle issues, and emergencies.
- Follow established procedures for accidents, emergencies, evacuations, severe weather, and other unexpected situations.
- Maintain confidentiality and treat students, families, and school staff with professionalism and respect.
- Complete transportation logs, incident reports, and other documentation accurately and on time.
- Participate in required safety meetings, training, and professional development.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
