Part- Time School Bus Driver

School Bus DriverQualifications: • Must be at least 18 years old. • Have a valid driver's license and must not have served a suspension relating to any hazardous driving volition or have more than four points against his/her driver record (MVR) in the previous twelve months. Also, must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License. • Bus drivers shall pass a physical exam prior to initial certification as a bus driver and at time of recertification. A pre- employment drug and alcohol test is also necessary. • Satisfactorily complete the driver training course conducted by the State Department of Education and receive a school bus driver's certificate that will entitle the holder to operate a school bus in the state of South Carolina. Physical Requirements: • Have enough physical strength to operate a bus with ease. • Have proper height, weight and posture to assure normal vision and control of a school bus. • Must be free from any physical defects that would interfere with the safe operation of a school bus. • Eyesight and hearing must meet state requirements. Reports to: Director of Transportation and Site Supervisor Job Goal: To transport students safely, efficiently and economically to and from school on a daily basis and to extracurricular events on a non-regular basis. Supervises: To transport students safely, efficiently and economically to and from school on a daily basis and to extracurricular events on a non-regular basis. Performance Responsibilities: • To conduct pre-trip inspection of school bus prior to every trip for defects. • To use established routes and designated bus stops. • To report bus accidents and student injuries to authorities. • To operate bus on approved time schedule. • To conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with state regulations. • To instruct riders of district discipline code. • To drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather. • To drive with safety of students as first priority. • To report personal absences in time for supervisor to secure substitute driver. • To wash bus inside and out. Supplies are furnished by school district. • To report bus defects to supervisor. • To establish favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students and principals. • To exhibit positive image as a loyal representative of the school district. • To demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations governing school bus operation. • To have knowledge of all traffic laws and regulations. • To be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies. • To maintain a neat and clean personal appearance. • To complete all paper work required by the state or by the school district. • To attend all in-service training required by the school district. Terms of Employment:Evaluation: Performance on this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of non-certified personnel.

Created: 2026-03-10