Substitute Bus Driver

Waterford Unified School District • Waterford, CA

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About The Position

Welcome to the Waterford Unified School District! Thank you for your interest in joining the Waterford USD family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support, and an invigorating mission. The primary function of Waterford USD is to service and support our schools along with numerous other agencies, as we strive for excellence for our preschool and school-aged children. Waterford USD serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. Vision Statement: Committed to excellence, achievement, and success Mission Statement: Waterford USD, in partnership and collaboration with families and the community, is committed to developing: * A safe, healthy and supportive environment * Academic excellence and achievement for all students * Well-rounded successful citizens with personal integrity * Self-directed and collaborative learners who are college and career ready * Diverse learning opportunities * Critical thinking and creative expression

Requirements

• Knowledge of safe driving practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic first aid procedures and methods.
• Knowledge of safety and maintenance requirements of bus and other pupil transportation equipment.
• Knowledge of provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and Title 13 applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children.
• Ability to drive a school bus and other transportation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Ability to maintain appropriate student behavior on a school bus or other transportation equipment.
• Ability to perform appropriately in situations requiring tact and diplomacy in dealing with the public, parents, students and staff.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus or transportation vehicle over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule.
• Assist in evaluating transportation routes, and report unsafe road conditions.
• Transport children to and from school.
• Load and unload students safely at designated stops and on study trips.
• Stop traffic and escort children across streets.
• Plan, organize and implement students' safety and pupil transportation vehicle evacuation drills.
• Maintain bus or transportation vehicle in a clean and orderly condition, and inspect and report any mechanical defects or malfunctions.
• Adhere to policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior.
• Respond to public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns.
• Complete the daily transportation activity record, including number of students transported, mileage, type of trip, and standby time.
• Sweep, clean and refuel buses.
• May transport children with special learning needs and physical handicaps.
• Administer first aid as required, and contact appropriate administrators in case of serious injury or illness.
• Perform other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED