School Bus Driver

OVERVIEWTo safely drive a school bus and/or school van to transport students over scheduled routes and/or special excursions.QUALIFICATIONSHigh School education or equivalent preferred Must possess a valid Arizona Drivers License with a clean driving record Must meet requirements for School Bus Driver Certification (i.e. attend State Bus Driver clinic and pass fingerprint check) Knowledge of Arizona traffic laws Proficient demonstration of driving skills; ability to drive under pressure Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with students, parents, coworkers and district personnel at all levels Ability to read and understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district helpful Ability to meet time schedules, punctuality and reliability a must Ability to work varying driving assignments Physical ability to pull, reach, push, bend and walk Successfully pass bus driver agility test Ability to work both AM & PM bus routes every weekday. This is a split-shift position.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Drive school bus and/or school van safely to transport students over scheduled routes and/or special excursions (field trips, athletic events) Assist students and other passengers to provide for safe loading and unloading from buses during normal and emergency transport Administer first aid and medical assistance to provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students Assess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of passengers Instruct students in the rules and regulations of safe bus riding and evacuation procedures Manage and handle conduct of students and passengers while they are on the bus Inform school and/or district personnel of practices and incidents, providing information for proper procedures Prepare documentation to provide appropriate personnel with written support and/or to convey information Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of each bus you drive each day Report any discrepancies to vehicle maintenance following proper procedures Do not drive an unsafe bus; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bus Complete required paperwork and keep route sheet current Attend training programs to maintain skills and meet requirements of school bus certificate Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit Regular and on-time attendance require