What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Drivers position at DeKalb County Regional Office of Education?
Position Type :
Transportation / Bus Driver
Date Posted : 6 / 1 / 2023
Location :
Hiawatha CUSD #426, Kirkland, IL
Date Available : 08 / 16 / 2023
District : Hiawatha CUSD #426
Hiawatha CUSD #426 is looking for several bus drivers.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Obeys all traffic laws.
- Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
- Monitors and maintains student conduct when students are on bus.
- Reports any student concerns to the transportation coordinator and building principals.
- Keeps assigned bus clean.
- Keeps to assigned schedule.
- Checks bus (performs pre-trip inspection) before each operation for mechanical defects.
- Notifies the Transportation Coordinator in case of mechanical failure or lateness while on the route.
- Picks up and releases students only at authorized locations.
- Exercises responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips.
- Transports only authorized students.
- Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
- Enforces district policy on student behavior on buses.
- Attends training that is required by the school district (e.g. random drug testing, refresher course, etc.).
- Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance.
- Maintains a positive attitude and professional demeanor when dealing with school personnel and the public as a school leader.
Requirements :
Valid CDL Class B license with School Bus endorsement.
Demonstrated desire to help all children.
Reports to : Transportation Coordinator
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Nine month school year. Salary and work to be established by Board based upon recommendation by the Superintendent.
How to Apply : Please complete the online application, including a letter of interest and resume along with 3 letters of reference. Questions may be directed to Holly Way, District Administrative Assistant, Hiawatha CUSD #426 at : holly.way@d426.org.
