Substitute Bus Driver

Performs routine bus driving duties transporting students to and from assigned schools; transports students for special events and field trips

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid Mississippi motor vehicle operator's license
• Ability to meet Mississippi School Bus Commercial Driver License requirements
• Local and state standards for driving test
• State required physical
• Ability to operate all vehicle types (from 15 passenger van buses to 72-passenger vehicles) used in transporting students
• Thorough knowledge of State highway operating rules and procedures
• Ability to deal with exuberant behavioral characteristics of youthful riders

Reports To:

Each driver shall be directly responsible to the principal of the school(s) served on matters related to student discipline and patron relations.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Maintain valid MS School Bus Commercial Driver License
• Inspect vehicle prior to and after daily operations for maintenance discrepancies
• Operate a school bus over established routes in an efficient and punctual manner
• Maintain student discipline while operating a school bus following guidelines established by the School Board
• Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions
• Perform housekeeping duties inside and outside the school bus
• Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state, and federal authorities
• Act in a professional manner exhibiting a positive image in dealing with students, parents, and school division personnel
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with division regulations
• Operate a school bus on special trip assignments
• Report personal absences to supervisor allowing sufficient time to secure a substitute
• Report vehicle maintenance problems to Director of Transportation
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation

Terms of Employment:

180 days Salary according to School Board Pay Schedule

Evaluation:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on the evaluation of non-licensed personnel.

Days Worked: 180 as needed