Substitute Bus Driver

POSTING DETAILS

The Longview School District is hiring a Substitute Bus Driver

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Schedule: Hours will vary from 26 hours per day, on as-needed basis

Pay: $25.98

Closing Date: December 27th 2025

Job Requirements

• Must have a valid Washington State driver's license.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience driving a regular vehicle or 1 years' experience driving a commercial vehicle.
• Must have a valid first aid card and CPR endorsement.
• Must satisfactorily complete the Washington State school bus driver's training course. (This course includes classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training and is offered by the school district.)
• Must obtain a valid Washington State school bus driver's certificate upon completion of school bus driver's training course. Training courses are held in the summer and in November/December of each year.
• Must have a physical examination certifying the physical capability of doing the assigned job.
• Such additional health and other requirements as the state and Longview School District may require.
  
  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (included But Not Limited To)

• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all safety regulations for school buses.
• Must like children and relate effectively to them.
• Able to be flexible and patient in trying situations.
• Hold the children and their safety as the highest priority.
• Maintain discipline while students are on bus.
• Report all students with behavior problems to the proper authority.
• Keep to assigned schedule.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects and report failure to proper person.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Report all accidents and complete required reports.
• Maintain a record of punctuality, dependability, and consistent attendance.
  
  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: This position will remain open until qualified applicants can be identified.

Apply Online At Www.longviewschools.com, And Upload The Following Documents

• Electronic application
• Electronic cover letter
• Electronic resume
• Driving Abstract
• Three (3) electronic professional references
  
  

Current employees need only submit a cover letter.

The Longview School District is a Drug & Tobacco Free workplace.

Immigration Reform and Control Act Requirement: New employees will be required to complete an INS 1-9 form and must provide proof of employment eligibility.

Disclosure Statement and Background Check: Pursuant to RCW 43.43.830 through RCW 43.43.840, new employees will be required to complete a disclosure form indicating any convictions of crimes against persons as listed in the law. In addition, a background check based on fingerprints will be requested from the Washington State Patrol and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION

Education

The Longview School District is an Equal Opportunity district in education programs, activities, services, and employment. Longview School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran, or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. We also comply with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Older Worker Protection Act, and all other state, federal, and local equal opportunity laws .If you have a physical or mental disability that causes you to need assistance to access school facilities, programs, or services, please notify the school principal. This district endeavors to maintain an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should contact the following district employees, located at 2715 Lilac Street, Longview, 98632, who have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Section 504, Student ADA Coordinator

Kari Montgomery, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning

(360) 575-7980

kmontgomery@longview.k12.wa.us

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator, Title IX Coordinator

Penny Andrews, Executive Director of Employee

(360) 575-7004

pandrews@longview.k12.wa.us

Conditions of Employment

• Are you eligible to work in the United States?
• Do you have a clean driving record?
• Will you submit to a drug test?
• Is your record clear of any crimes against persons as defined in RCW 43.43.830 and listed as follows: aggravated murder; first or second degree murder; first or second degree kidnapping; first, second, or third degree assault; first, second, or third degree rape; first, second, or third degree statutory rape; first or second degree robbery; first degree arson; first degree burglary; first or second degree manslaughter; first or second degree extortion; indecent liberties; incest; vehicular homicide; first degree promoting prostitution; communication with a minor; unlawful imprisonment; simple assault; sexual exploitation of minors; first or second degree criminal mistreatment; child abuse or neglect as defined in RCW 26.44.020; first or second degree custodial interference; malicious harassment; first, second, or third degree child molestation; first or second degree sexual misconduct with a minor; first or second degree rape of a child; patronizing a juvenile prostitute; child abandonment; promoting pornography; selling or distributing erotic material to a minor; custodial assault; violation of child abuse restraining order; child buying or selling; prostitution; felony indecent exposure; or any of these crimes as they may be renamed in the future?
• Is your record clear of any dependency action under RCW 13.34.030(2)(b) to have sexually assaulted or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor?
• Is your record clear of being found by a court in a domestic relations proceeding under Title 26 RCW to have sexually abused or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor?
• Is your record clear of being found in any final decision by the director of the department of licensing or a disciplinary board in the following businesses or professions to have sexually abused or exploited any minor or to have physically abused any minor: chiropractic; dentistry; dental hygiene; drugless healing; massage; midwifery; osteopathy; physical therapy; physicians; practical nursing; registered nursing; psychology; and real estate brokers and salespeople?
• Is your record clear, for the last seven years, of being released from prison or of a conviction of any offense that involved drugs, embezzlement, or fraud?
• Will you consent to a criminal history background check?
• Do you certify the answers given herein are true and complete to the best of your knowledge?
• I authorize the Longview School District to inquire with former employers or references and obtain any and all information regarding my job related background. I release and waive the Longview School District, my former employers, and all references from any and all liability in obtaining or disclosing such information. I agree that if I have provided false or incomplete statements, the district may, at its sole discretion, without notice or due process procedures, terminate my employment contract. If such action is taken by the district, the contract shall be deemed void from its inception. References and personal information which become a part of this application will be regarded as confidential and shall not be revealed to me.
• Is your record clear of any guilty plea, conviction, fine, imprisonment, or probation for a violation of any law, police regulation or ordinance (excluding minor traffic violations) within the last seven years?
  
  

General Questions

• Why are you making this application?
• Please list any special skills or qualifications.
• Do you hold a current first aid card?
• Are you a former school district employee? If yes, please give dates and position.
  
  

Benefits

No benefits are available for substitute positions.

Attachments

Cover Letter

Current Resume*

Driving Abstract*

References

Classified Professional References: 3 of 7 external references required.