Substitute School Bus Driver

Substitute School Bus Driver Part-time PositionThe Substitute School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school-sponsored events. This position performs all duties related to the safe and efficient operation of a school bus and serves as an on-call replacement for regularly assigned drivers as needed.Driving and Safe Bus OperationsSafely transports authorized students to and from athletic events and other assigned school activities.Adheres to established routes, schedules, and trip assignments.Ensures all students have exited the bus at the conclusion of each route or trip.Complies with all federal, state, and local traffic laws and mandatory school bus safety regulations.Adheres to all safety procedures during student loading and unloading.Completes required training and implements accommodations when transporting students with disabilities.Assists students with disabilities when boarding and exiting the bus when no bus attendant is assigned.Maintains student discipline to ensure safety, order, and protection of district property.Reporting and ComplianceImmediately reports all accidents, incidents, or student injuries to the Athletic Director, School Principal, and School Business Administrator and completes all required documentation.Assumes responsibility for any fines or court costs incurred as a result of traffic violations and attends mandated driving safety classes if ordered by the court.Complies with district and state policies regarding cell phone use; cell phones may only be used when the bus is safely parked, engine off, and out of gear.Vehicle Care and MaintenancePerforms daily interior cleaning and ensures the bus is clean and presentable.Cleans windows and exterior surfaces as needed and refuels the vehicle.Identifies and reports mechanical issues; performs minor troubleshooting when appropriate.Ensures the vehicle is left in safe operating condition following each assignment.Additional DutiesPerforms other related duties as assigned by the Business Administrator.QualificationsValid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the Board of Education and the NJDOE.Flexible availability, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and short-notice assignments.Demonstrated ability to maintain order and ensure student safety.Basic mechanical aptitude to identify minor vehicle issues.Successful completion of required criminal history background check.Proof of U.S. citizenship or legal residency.Ability to meet physical and health requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and N.J.A.C. 6A:3-4A.4.Successful completion of the state-required Mantoux Intradermal Tuberculin Test, as applicable.Bilingual ability (English/Spanish), both oral and written, preferred.Experience: Prior experience as a school bus driver is preferred. Experience transporting students or working in a school district setting is strongly preferred.