What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Canal Winchester School District?
POSITION TITLE: Bus Driver
REPORTS TO: Director of Operations
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License
- Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement*
**Canal Winchester Local Schools will provide paid training and guidance that will result in obtaining a CDL and a School Bus Passenger Endorsement
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading students at designated locations.
- Transports students, teachers and others on school field or activity trips.
- Inspects assigned bus on a daily basis prior to transporting of passengers to ensure that bus is in good, clean and safe working order.
- Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
- Ensures that a communication device is in proper working order before each trip.
- Reports all mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents, promptly.
- Maintains order and discipline in an effective and courteous manner among students being transported in accordance with district policies and procedures; reports any incidents involving student discipline.
- Maintains and submits records and reports as required.
- Follows procedures to ensure that no child is left alone on bus without adult supervision at any time, and that all children have departed bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trips or other special trips).
- Inventories bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment; reports needs to the Director.
- Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required.
- In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures, ensures that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes a written report as required.
- Attends and participates in trainings, and other continuing education, career and professional development opportunities.
