Redlands USD
School Bus Driver Substitute Pool
Redlands USD, Redlands, California, us, 92375
About the Employer
The Redlands Unified School District, as a unifying agent of several unique communities rich in local history, culture, and tradition, is committed to preparing students to become productive participants in a diverse, multi-cultural, democratic society through quality education, high expectations, flexible programs and innovative partnerships. Our students will be empowered with the knowledge and commitment necessary to confront the challenges of our changing world, as they become the leaders of the 21st century.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Redlands Unified School District
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
DEFINITION Under general supervision, operate a school bus or transportation vehicle over designated routes within an established time schedule; transport students to and from school and on special event trips; perform daily inspections of a schoolbus andtransportation equipment; and do other related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Drive a school bus or transportation vehicle over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule; transport students to and from school; load and unload students safely at designated stops and on study trips; stop traffic and escort students across streets, when necessary; maintain bus or transportation vehicle in a clean and orderly condition, and inspect and report any and all mechanical defects or malfunctions; adhere to policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior and public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns; complete daily transportation activity record, including number of students transported, type of trip, standby time and route reports; sweep, clean and refuel buses; transport special education students with varied learning, emotional, and behavioral needs and physical handicaps; lift and secure wheel chairs and assist in the loading and unloading of students with physical handicaps as necessary; administer basic first aid as required and contact appropriate administrators in case of any serious illness or injury; may prepare and submit student referral forms as needed; maintain and submit reports such as time cards, school bus inspection forms, and mileage charts.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Safe driving practices and techniques; Basic first aid procedures and methods; Safety and maintenance requirements of schoolbusses and other studenttransportation equipment; Provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and Title 13 applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children; Provisions of the Highway Patrol Handbook 82.7.
Ability to: Drive a school bus and other transportation equipment safely and efficiently; Exercise good judgement and extreme caution when driving; Maintain appropriate student behavior on a school bus or other transportation equipment; Perform appropriately in situations requiring tact, customer service, and diplomacy; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Learn to operate a two-way radio; Exercise independent judgement and problem-solving skills related to specific areas of responsibility; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Relate effectively with racially and ethnically diverse staff, students ,
and community.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent thereof, supplemented by coursework or training in Assertive Discipline Techniques is desirable.
Experience: Appropriate experience in the transportation of school children and be free of citations and motor vehicle code violations. Completion of a school bus driver training program.
REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License (Class B); possession of the California Special Driver's Certificate - School Bus. Possess a valid and current first aid certificate or pass a test given by the California Highway Patrol.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Strength: Medium work - lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity in limbs and digits necessary to operate a motor vehicle.
Working Conditions: Operate school buses or passenger vans of various sizes for prolonged periods of time requiring constant attention to traffic and road conditions while maintaining appropriate student behavior. A physical examination may be required prior to employment to this class, and every two years thereafter.
Pre-placement Physical: Class I
Requirements / Qualifications
Email addresses for references are recommended
Certificate Copy (Special School Bus Driver's Certificate with School Bus Driver endorsment) CPR/First Aid Certification DMV Printout (California Driver's License - Class B and H6 printout from DMV)
Comments and Other Information
Redlands Unified is no longer accepting paper applications. Please submit all of your documents through EdJoin. Redlands Unified will not accept attachments via fax or email. If you are having a problem with scanning your attachments or any other questions, please call the help desk at EdJoin at 888-900-8945.
The Redlands Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, potential parental, family and/or marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This nondiscrimination policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within a school under the jurisdiction of the superintendent of the school district, and covers admission, participation, and accessibility to any program or activity of the district and selection, advancement, discharge and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. Inquiries regarding the equal opportunity policies, equal program accessibility policies, and the filing of complaint procedures alleging discrimination including sexual harassment, may be directed to the school principal or to the District's Discrimination/Equity/Title IX Coordinator, Rudy Wilson, Director III - Title IX & Compliance, Redlands Unified School District 20 West Lugonia Avenue, Redlands, CA 92373 (909) 307-5300 rudy_wilson@redlands.k12.ca.us.
The Redlands Unified School District, as a unifying agent of several unique communities rich in local history, culture, and tradition, is committed to preparing students to become productive participants in a diverse, multi-cultural, democratic society through quality education, high expectations, flexible programs and innovative partnerships. Our students will be empowered with the knowledge and commitment necessary to confront the challenges of our changing world, as they become the leaders of the 21st century.
Job Description / Essential Elements:
Redlands Unified School District
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
DEFINITION Under general supervision, operate a school bus or transportation vehicle over designated routes within an established time schedule; transport students to and from school and on special event trips; perform daily inspections of a schoolbus andtransportation equipment; and do other related work as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Drive a school bus or transportation vehicle over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule; transport students to and from school; load and unload students safely at designated stops and on study trips; stop traffic and escort students across streets, when necessary; maintain bus or transportation vehicle in a clean and orderly condition, and inspect and report any and all mechanical defects or malfunctions; adhere to policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior and public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns; complete daily transportation activity record, including number of students transported, type of trip, standby time and route reports; sweep, clean and refuel buses; transport special education students with varied learning, emotional, and behavioral needs and physical handicaps; lift and secure wheel chairs and assist in the loading and unloading of students with physical handicaps as necessary; administer basic first aid as required and contact appropriate administrators in case of any serious illness or injury; may prepare and submit student referral forms as needed; maintain and submit reports such as time cards, school bus inspection forms, and mileage charts.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of: Safe driving practices and techniques; Basic first aid procedures and methods; Safety and maintenance requirements of schoolbusses and other studenttransportation equipment; Provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and Title 13 applicable to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children; Provisions of the Highway Patrol Handbook 82.7.
Ability to: Drive a school bus and other transportation equipment safely and efficiently; Exercise good judgement and extreme caution when driving; Maintain appropriate student behavior on a school bus or other transportation equipment; Perform appropriately in situations requiring tact, customer service, and diplomacy; Understand and carry out oral and written directions; Learn to operate a two-way radio; Exercise independent judgement and problem-solving skills related to specific areas of responsibility; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Relate effectively with racially and ethnically diverse staff, students ,
and community.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent thereof, supplemented by coursework or training in Assertive Discipline Techniques is desirable.
Experience: Appropriate experience in the transportation of school children and be free of citations and motor vehicle code violations. Completion of a school bus driver training program.
REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATES Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License (Class B); possession of the California Special Driver's Certificate - School Bus. Possess a valid and current first aid certificate or pass a test given by the California Highway Patrol.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS Strength: Medium work - lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Physical dexterity in limbs and digits necessary to operate a motor vehicle.
Working Conditions: Operate school buses or passenger vans of various sizes for prolonged periods of time requiring constant attention to traffic and road conditions while maintaining appropriate student behavior. A physical examination may be required prior to employment to this class, and every two years thereafter.
Pre-placement Physical: Class I
Requirements / Qualifications
Email addresses for references are recommended
Certificate Copy (Special School Bus Driver's Certificate with School Bus Driver endorsment) CPR/First Aid Certification DMV Printout (California Driver's License - Class B and H6 printout from DMV)
Comments and Other Information
Redlands Unified is no longer accepting paper applications. Please submit all of your documents through EdJoin. Redlands Unified will not accept attachments via fax or email. If you are having a problem with scanning your attachments or any other questions, please call the help desk at EdJoin at 888-900-8945.
The Redlands Unified School District prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived ancestry, age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, potential parental, family and/or marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. This nondiscrimination policy applies to all acts related to school activity or school attendance within a school under the jurisdiction of the superintendent of the school district, and covers admission, participation, and accessibility to any program or activity of the district and selection, advancement, discharge and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment. Inquiries regarding the equal opportunity policies, equal program accessibility policies, and the filing of complaint procedures alleging discrimination including sexual harassment, may be directed to the school principal or to the District's Discrimination/Equity/Title IX Coordinator, Rudy Wilson, Director III - Title IX & Compliance, Redlands Unified School District 20 West Lugonia Avenue, Redlands, CA 92373 (909) 307-5300 rudy_wilson@redlands.k12.ca.us.