Substitute Bus Driver

SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER

McCreary County Schools Bus Garage - Whitley City, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in McCreary County Schools

Job : 4905361

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 01, 2014 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and regulations related to pupil transportation; transport students to and from school, special events, and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students at established bus stops; report incidents affecting student safety.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus in line with District policies; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns, and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State, and federal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses, including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floors, wiping upholstery, and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven, number of children transported, and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident, and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two‑way radio for bus‑to‑bus and bus‑to‑base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle Code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B Driver's License, including passenger endorsement;
School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Position Type: Part‑Time

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