Substitute Bus Drivers – Pay Rate $20.00 per hour

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver

Date Posted:
7/1/2024
BUS DRIVER PAY RATE - $20.00 PER HOUR

REPORTS TO:

Transportation Director

EMPLOYMENT STATUS:

Substitute - as needed basis

FLSA STATUS:

Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

Transport assigned students responsibly and efficiently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with Ohio Pupil Transportation Laws and Regulations as established by the Ohio Department of Education and the Ohio Department of Highway Safety.
• Drive an assigned bus over a prescribed route, according to a designated schedule, and stopping at established stops.
• Make a daily safety check of the assigned bus.
• Report all needed bus repairs, shortages and/or replacements to the bus mechanic.
• Fuel the bus regularly.
• Clean the interior and exterior of the bus.
• Maintain acceptable student conduct on the bus, in keeping with school policies.
• Conduct bus evacuation drills as directed.
• Participate in training programs, meetings and conferences as directed, including the prescribed pre-service program.
• Complete required records and reports, and respond promptly to communications.
• Become familiar with the Marysville Schools Transportation Handbook and follow all directives and recommendations therein.
• Use sound judgment, tact and diplomacy when interacting with students, parents, staff and community members.
• Maintain the confidentiality of information that is not public domain.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observe all safety and health regulations of the school district.
• Maintain an appropriate personal appearance.
• Maintain a responsible attendance records.
• Comply with ODE Rules for recertification.
• Serve as a role model for students in the practice of ethical principles, responsible behavior and democratic values.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 21 years of age or older.
• At least two years of driving experience.
• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Commercial driver's license with class B, passenger, air brakes and school bus endorsement.
• Documentation of passing the bus driver physical examination and a pre-employment drug test.
• Alternative to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of traffic regulations.
• Maximum of six points on the driving record at any one time.
• Ability to establish an orderly environment on the bus, using positive behavior management strategies.
• Ability to communicate effectively with children and adults.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

• Busses and vans.
• Two-way radio.
• Fire extinguisher.
• Flares.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Potential exposure to blood or other bodily fluids and tissue.
• Operation of a vehicle in all weather conditions, and exposure to inclement weather.
• Regular requirement to drive, sit for long periods of time, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, handle, read, speak, hear.
• Exposure to liquid petroleum and exhaust fumes.
• Exposure to unruly children.
• Potential exposure to violent or emotionally distraught people.

NOTE: The above lists may not be ranked in order of importance.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Salary: Based on current substitute hourly salary schedule

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to the online application. Please do not send materials through U.S. mail or by e-mail, all documents should be uploaded to your application.

If your qualifications meet our needs we will contact you for further information and a possible interview.

The Marysville Exempted Village School District is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and is in compliance with SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973.

Posted Internally:

Internal Application Deadline: