Part-Time Bus Driver

Bus Driver / Bus Driver Special Education RoutesDrive a school bus to transport students to and from school, including noon kindergarten runs, field trips, and any other special runs. The following qualifications are preferred for the ideal candidate:Valid Illinois Driver's LicenseClass B CDL with a passenger endorsementValid School Bus PermitSalary/Benefits: Work Year: 185 work days Leave: 12 Sick Days / 2 Personal Days FLSA Status: Non-exempt Retirement: IMRF Benefits: Eligible Salary: T-2/T-3 ($27.06 starting rate)Reports to: Director of Safety and TransportationSummary of Position: Drive a school bus to transport students to and from school, including noon kindergarten runs, field trips, and any other special runs.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Transport students to and from school safely on established routesTransport students on field tripsMaintain order on the school bus; work with principals on student discipline issuesEnsure the safety of all childrenKeep interior of the bus in presentable orderPerform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and check seat belts to make sure they are working properly after each runKeep Class B CDL current, including attendance at the annual School Bus Driver Refresher course as required by the State and annual Bus Driver Permit Recertification physicalPerform other duties as assigned by Bus Dispatcher or the Director of TransportationAdditional Responsibilities for Special Education Drivers Include:Provide door to door service and additional care in supervising special education studentsDirect activities of any Bus Aide assigned to their special education busKey Success Factors:Enjoys working with childrenPositive demeanorIs flexibleProactive communicator with supervisorPunctualPhysical Demands and Work Environment: 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. No physical limitations which would prevent the applicant from satisfactorily performing job duties, including lifting, climbing stairs, emergency evacuation, etc., within recognized standards.Terms of Employment:Work Year: 185 work daysLeave: 12 Sick Days / 2 Personal DaysFLSA Status: Non-exemptRetirement: IMRFBenefits: EligibleSalary: T-2/T-3 ($27.06 starting rate)