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Substitute Bus Drivers

Part-time

Newton Public Schools

Newton, NJPart-time$28/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$28/hr
Location
Newton, NJ
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid New Jersey School Bus Driver’s License (P&S Endorsement)

Job overview

Newton Public Schools is hiring a Substitute Bus Drivers. The Substitute Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students, conducting pre-trip inspections, and maintaining discipline on the bus. This role involves reporting mechanical malfunctions, cleaning the bus, participating in emergency drills, and adhering to established routes and safety regulations. The driver must also report accidents and pupil injuries immediately.

Key focus areas include Conduct a pre-trip safety inspection of the bus prior to every trip, Complete the School Bus Condition Report, and Notify Head Bus Driver of any mechanical malfunctions and/or safety hazards.

Successful candidates bring High School Graduate, Valid New Jersey School Bus Driver’s License (P&S Endorsement), and Criminal Background Check On File. Important skills include Operation Of School Buses, Operation Of Passenger-Carrying Vans, Tactful, Courteous, and Maintain Discipline.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Operation of School BusesOperation of Passenger-Carrying VansTactfulCourteousMaintain Discipline

Qualifications

High School GraduateValid New Jersey School Bus Driver’s License (P&S Endorsement)Criminal Background Check on FileCurrent Medical RecordsClass B License

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Job Details

Job ID: 5004423

Job Description

NEW JOB OPPORTUNITIES~INCREASED PAY RATES

SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER HOURLY RATE=$28/HR.

QUALIFICATIONS: The Substitute Bus Driver shall be a high school graduate and highly competent in the operation of school buses and passenger-carrying vans. Must possess a valid New Jersey school bus driver’s license (P&S Endorsement), class B preferred. Must be tactful and courteous with students, staff, and parents and yet have the ability to maintain sufficient discipline to guard the safety of passengers and to protect the vehicle against vandalism and other abuses. The Substitute Bus Driver must have his/her criminal background check on file and medical records must be current.

REPORTS TO: Business Administrator/Board Secretary or designee

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Substitute Bus Driver shall:

  • Conduct a pre-trip safety inspection of the bus prior to every trip and completes the School Bus Condition Report.

  • Notify Head Bus Driver of any mechanical malfunctions and/or safety hazards.

  • Perform interior bus cleaning duties daily, cleans windows and exterior as needed, and refuels the vehicle.

  • Participate in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with administrative code and board policy, and instructs passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules.

  • Adhere to established routes, designated bus stops and keeps to assigned time schedule.

  • Transport only authorized pupils and ensure that all students have left the bus at the end of the route.

  • Obey all traffic laws and observe mandatory school bus safety regulations.

  • Report all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the principal and the school business administrator and complete required reports.

  • If ticketed as a result of an accident or traffic stop by police, the Bus Driver will pay any fines and court costs, and will attend driving safety classes if so ordered by the municipal court judge.

  • Not use a cell phone while the bus is turned on or in gear, either to receive calls or to make calls. Cell phone operation on a moving vehicle is against the law. Cell phone operation by a bus driver is only permitted if the bus is parked or at the roadside curb with the engine turned off and the bus out-of-gear.

  • Shall perform other duties which may be necessary to ensure the proper functioning of the district buses and which are incident to the position of Bus Driver.

The Newton School District is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state and/or local equal opportunity laws. The Newton School District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other status protected by applicable law.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $28.00 to $28.00 Per Hour

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