Substitute Bus Driver

SUMMARY: Drives bus to transport students over specified routes according to time schedule. Complies with traffic regulations.

Essential Job Functions

Responsible for driving school buses safely and professionally

Responsible for monitoring mechanical condition of the bus by performing daily bus pre-trip inspections and completing associated forms; report any deficiencies to the Bus Mechanic

Responsible to annually create and maintain entire series of assigned runs, including the run times and routes of travel

Responsible for providing Transportation Dispatcher with all updated route information and changes as they occur

Responsible for filling out count week logs and turning in to Transportation Dispatcher

Responsible for reporting any route time issues to the Transportation Dispatcher

Responsible for reporting any hazards which could potentially threaten the safety of the students

Responsible for preparing written reports for injuries, accidents and student conduct issues

Responsible to administer emergency treatment resulting from a bus accident

Responsible to maintain, and use properly, all bus safety equipment including fire extinguishers, flares, triangles, wheelchair tie-downs, booster seats and seat belts

Responsible to check all bus fluids and fuel daily and fill as required

Responsible for following designated routes of travel and utilizing approved stop locations only

Responsible for supervising the behavior of students and maintain order on the bus

Responsible for instructing passengers on proper bus behavior

Responsible for obeying all traffic laws, regulations and procedures

Responsible for conducting emergency evacuation drills

Responsible to report discipline problems to the principals

Responsible for checking bus for any remaining students and confirming by a displaying sign

Responsible to clean inside of bus daily and outside as required

Responsible for related duties as assigned

High School Graduate

Must enjoy working with children of all ages and be sensitive to their needs

Must be free from adverse effects of medication, alcohol and drugs

Must use respectable and appropriate language at all times

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Type B or higher

Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a type P “passenger”, type S “school bus” and air brake endorsements

Must be able to meet the criteria and pass the physical examination per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 CFR 391.41-391.49), and comply with WWPS Bus Driver Physical Requirements

Must have passed or be able to pass Michigan School Bus Driver Education Course

Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in handling and maneuvering a school bus

Must submit to random drug and alcohol testing

Must be able to speak, read and write at a level of proficiency that permits satisfactory job performance

Must be neat in appearance

Must be willing to attend seminars and in-service training

Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Language Skills – Ability to read, and interpret documentation and directions. Ability to talk and write clearly. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of students, staff, administration and parents.

Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The job typically requires some physical exertion. The School Bus Driver has a moderately strenuous job. The Driver must sit for long periods and requires intense concentration, particularly in poor driving conditions. The School Bus Driver must work in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat. The School Bus Driver must maintain order and discipline on the bus while driving in a safe and appropriate manner. The employee may be required to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students during transport.

Work Environment – The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud. Duties are performed in the bus yard, on the bus and other locations when transporting students.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Drives bus to transport students over specified routes according to time schedules.

DISTRICT POLICY

In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act of 1977, it is the policy of the Warren Woods School District that no person (or student) shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, gender, sex, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any program or activity or in employment. For information, contact (586) 439-4401. Inquiries related to discrimination on the basis of disability should be directed to: Stacie Sward, 504 Coordinator, 12900 Frazho Road, Warren, MI 48089 (586) 439-4464. Email: [email protected] Direct all other inquiries related to any other discrimination to: Stacey Denewith-Fici, Superintendent 12900 Frazho Road, Warren, MI 48089. (586) 439-4417. Email: [email protected]