Bus Driver

TITLE: Bus Driver

PRIMARY SUPERVISOR: Director Of Transportation

APPOINTMENT: Bus Drivers shall be appointed annually, upon the recommendation of the Director of Transportation to the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Shall have a working knowledge of computers.
2. Shall have demonstrated people skills to indicate ability to function in a team oriented environment. 3. Shall have a high school diploma, GED Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law.
3. Shall have one years experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
4. Shall hold a valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; and must pass driving record check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Shall have the ability to sit, stoop, possibly lift up to 50 pounds or more, any and all body movements as related to the job description.

JOB GOAL: To 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 operate maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

GENERAL DUTIES and PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Shall determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
2. Shall present a positive image of the school to parents, and convey to them the school's genuine concern with the education, growth and development of each student.
3. Shall seek to establish friendly and cooperative partnerships between home and school.
4. Shall work to develop a positive public relationship between the school district and the community.
5. Shall carry out assignments in a timely manner without undue checking.
6. Shall react positively to directives.
7. Shall have a willingness to cooperate with the superintendent, district administrators, principals and staff.
8. Shall maintain the confidentiality, both verbally and in written form, of each student's educational records.
9. Shall strive to maintain and improve professional competence.
10. Shall take necessary precautions to protect students, equipment, materials and facilities.
11. Shall adhere to School Board of Education Policies and Procedures.

SPECIFIC DUTIES and PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Shall drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules.
2. Shall transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
3. Shall pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops.
4. Shall report incidents which affect the safety of students.
5. Shall maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior.
6. Shall check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels.
7. Shall check brakes, brake lights and doors.
8. Shall report mechanical defects and malfunction to appropriate personnel.
9. Shall maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public.
10. Shall interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
11. Shall perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
12. Shall transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations.
13. Shall lift and secure wheel chairs.
14. Shall assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
15. Shall observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
16. Shall fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
17. Shall maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters.
18. Shall prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
19. Shall attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
20. Shall utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
21. Shall perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
22. Shall perform any other duties related to the position as assigned by the supervisor.

DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT: 181 days/4 hours per day (unless otherwise specified by district/school needs)

SALARY: Commensurate with the school district's Classified Salary Schedule