Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver

Gibsonburg Exempted Village SD - Gibsonburg, Ohio (Open in Google Maps)

This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board:
Ohio's resource for jobs in education.

Job : 5450369

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Feb 18, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Title: BUS DRIVER

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Job Objective: Provides authorized transportation services. Safety is the top priority (even when delays disrupt the schedule). The driver and bus aide/monitor work as a team.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • Meets all school bus driver personnel qualifications and training program requirements described the Ohio Administrative Code  and .
  • Holds/maintains a valid Ohio driver’s license. Qualifies to be covered by the district’s vehicle insurance policy. Demonstrates a steadfast committed to defensive driving practices.
  • Ability to deal with stressful traffic, weather conditions and passenger distractions.
  • Available to work a non-traditional schedule and irregular hours when needed.
  • Basic computer proficiency or commitment to promptly acquire job-related technology skills.
  • Documents/maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment.
  • Embraces high performance standards (e.g., discipline, engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.).
  • Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results.
  • Note:
    
    Additional training may be required (e.g., blood borne pathogen, child abuse/neglect, communicable disease, CPR, first aid/injury prevention, nonviolent crisis intervention, etc.).
• Physical Demands: Duties may involve moderate physical exertion. Examples: managing students with special needs, moving work materials, operating a wheelchair lift, prolonged sitting while driving and traveling to multiple work sites.

• Provides timely and dependable transportation services. Complies with all Ohio Pupil Transportation Operations and Safety Rules as found in Ohio Administrative Code 3301-83.
• Identifies work priorities to focus on important tasks that require immediate attention.
• Fuels the vehicle. Monitors fluid levels (e.g., oil, windshield washer, brake, transmission, etc.).
• Performs pre- and post-trip safety inspections. Checks fire, first aid and safety equipment.
• Immediately reports equipment concerns and/or malfunctions in writing.
• Assumes responsibility for the interior and exterior cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Complies with Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) information. Seeks advice when unsure about product use, storage or disposal procedures. Follows health and safety guidelines to clean up blood, body fluids/tissue, chemical spills, hazardous materials, mold, etc.
• Maintains established routes and time schedules. Transports only authorized passengers.
• Reports in writing, hazardous road conditions that may impede district services.
• Complies with all motor vehicle laws (e.g., speed limits, complete stops, etc.). Reports traffic citations, accidents, or property damage to the supervisor.
• Attempts to identify and report vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations (e.g., failure to stop for flashing bus lights, passing in prohibited zones, etc.).
• Loads/unloads passengers at assigned stops. Ensures riders are seated before the vehicle moves.
• Communicates rules to students (i.e., behavioral expectations and noncompliance consequences).
• Assumes responsibility for controlling student conduct. Reports concerns to administrators.
• Provides assistance as needed when aware of passengers with medical/health considerations.
• Follows district field trip procedures. Remains available to passengers during trips as instructed.
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills that comply with state standards.
• Participates in the district’s bus safety program as directed.
• Prepares paperwork as directed. Ensures all required data is tracked and accurately recorded.