Bus Driver

Qualifications:   Licensed and Certified as a bus driver in Kentucky.  Any combination equivalent to:  high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.  Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Reports To:   Vehicle and Driver Coordinator and Transportation Director

Basic Function:

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 operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

Performance Responsibilities:

1. 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; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.

2. Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.

3. Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.

4. 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; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.

5. Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.

6. Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.

7. Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.

8. Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.

9. Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.

10. Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.

11. Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.

12. Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.

13. Practice positive interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

14. Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.

15. Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.

16. Understand, follow, and communicate oral and written directions.

17. Meet schedules and time lines.

18. Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

19. Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

20. Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

21. Administer health services to students as necessary including, but not limited to, the administration of medication; the operation, maintenance, or health care through the use of medical equipment; or the administration of clinical procedures.

22. Demonstrate positive interpersonal relations by interacting effectively with and demonstrating respect for the views, rights and contributions of parents, teachers and other school personnel.

23. Maintain appropriate professional appearance.

24. Act as a consistent positive public relations agent for school and district programs and activities.

25. Maintain confidentiality of information regarding individual students and their families.

26. Implement and adhere to all rules and regulations, policies, administrative guidelines, and directives as adopted by the Board of Education, Principal, Administrative Staff, Superintendent and School Based Decision Making Council.

27. Maintain acceptable personal attendance without repeated unexcused absences, tardiness, absences without notification, or abuse of sick leave.

28. Perform any other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Transportation, Vehicle and Driver Trainer, Administrative Staff, or Superintendent of Schools.