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Trigg County School District

PreSchool Route Bus Driver/Monitor

Trigg County School District, Cadiz, KY, United States

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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.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

  • 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.
  • Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
  • 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.
  • Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
  • Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
  • Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
  • Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
  • Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
  • Safe driving practices.
  • Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
  • First aid practices.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
  • Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
  • Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
  • Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
  • Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
  • Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
  • Maintain routine records.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Meet schedules and time lines.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
  • Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.
Assist school bus driver in maintaining discipline while bus is in operation; maintain proper records and documentation; assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
  • Assist the bus driver in maintaining discipline on school bus; monitor and assist students while bus is in operation.
  • Consult with and assist bus driver in documentation of student information, record-keeping and completing route surveys.
  • Assist driver in assuring seat belts, harnesses and wheel chair clamps are secured as required.
  • Assist parents and school personnel with safe loading and unloading of students; coordinate seating of pre-kindergarten students as required by State Transportation Guidelines.
  • Communicate with classroom aides, teachers, principals, and parents concerning student background, medical problems and behavior as appropriate.
  • Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
  • Assist handicapped children on and off the bus and escort children across street upon return home; lift children as required; assure responsible adult meets students leaving the bus.
  • Attend in-service meetings and training courses as assigned.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: MONITOR
  • Safe practices concerning school bus transportation.
  • Basic record-keeping techniques.
  • Applicable sections of the KAR and other applicable laws.
  • Health and safety regulations.
ABILITY TO:
  • Maintain proper records and documentation.
  • Assist student loading, unloading and seating arrangements as required.
  • Understand and relate to children with special needs.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Lift students according to established guidelines.
  • Maintain current knowledge of Emergency Evacuation procedures.
  • Maintain routine records.
  • Observe health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Must meet the requirements of a criminal record check(s) as specified by Kentucky State Law

Must meet health requirements as specified in the district personnel policy

Must have complete Kentucky School Bus Training

Must have a Class B CDL with passenger, air brakes, and school bus endorsement