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Substitute School Bus Driver

Marion Independent School District

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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Marion, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid CDL

Job overview

Marion Independent School District is hiring a Substitute School Bus Driver. The Substitute School Bus Driver will transport students safely, maintaining discipline and adhering to traffic laws and safety regulations. This role involves pre-operation bus checks, reporting mechanical issues or accidents, and ensuring professionalism and positive interactions with students, staff, and parents. The driver will also maintain confidentiality and comply with all relevant laws and policies.

Key focus areas include Obey all traffic laws., Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses., and Maintain discipline when students are on the bus..

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma, Safe Driving Record, and Valid CDL. Important skills include Obey Traffic Laws, Observe Safety Regulations, Maintain Discipline, Keep Bus Clean, Keep To Assigned Schedule, and Check Bus For Mechanical Defects.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Obey Traffic LawsObserve Safety RegulationsMaintain DisciplineKeep Bus CleanKeep to Assigned ScheduleCheck Bus for Mechanical DefectsNotify Authority of Mechanical Failure or LatenessDischarge Students at Authorized StopsExercise Responsible LeadershipTransport Authorized StudentsReport AccidentsComplete Required ReportsEnforce Regulations Against SmokingOrganizationProfessionalismGreet CourteouslyMaintain Positive RapportCooperate With Co-WorkersWork CourteouslyDress AppropriatelyPositive AttitudeAccept Constructive CriticismMaintain ConfidentialityAdhere to Laws and Policies

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentMaintain Safe Driving RecordValid CDL

Full job description

Substitute School Bus Driver JobID: 1304

  • Position Type:

Transportation/ Substitute Bus Driver

  • Date Posted:

7/9/2026

  • Location:

Transportation/Maintenance

Position:Substitute Bus Driver

Hours: On-Call, field trips also available

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Essential Functions:

  • Obey all traffic laws.

  • Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.

  • Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.

  • Report undisciplined students to the proper authority.

  • Keep assigned bus clean.

  • Keep to an assigned schedule.

  • Check the bus before each operation for mechanical defects.

  • Notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.

  • Discharge students only at authorized stops.

  • Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district trips.

  • Transport only authorized students.

  • Report all accidents and complete required reports.

  • Enforce regulations against smoking on the bus.

  • Demonstrate organization and professionalism in fulfilling the responsibilities of the job.

  • Greet all students, faculty, staff, and visitors courteously.

  • Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents, and the community.

  • Cooperate with and work in a courteous manner with co-workers and other personnel.

  • Dress appropriately for the position and work required.

  • Demonstrate a positive attitude toward school, students, and job and communicate the same to the community.

  • Accept constructive criticism and suggestions and seek to improve each performance responsibility.

  • Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.

  • Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.

Specifications/Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • Have and maintain a safe driving record.

  • Have or obtain a valid CDL.

  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Directors may find appropriate and acceptable.

The Marion Independent School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, will be directed to the Affirmative Action Coordinator by writing to the Affirmative Action Coordinator, Janelle Brouwer, Superintendent, Marion Independent School District, Marion , Iowa 52302; or by telephoning 319-377-4691. Inquiries or complaints regarding sex discrimination may be referred to the District's Equity and Title IX Coordinator, Gretchen Kriegel, Assistant Superintendent, 777 South 15th Street, Marion Iowa, 52302, 3190377-4691, [email protected].

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Inquiries by employees or applicants for employment regarding compliance with equal employment opportunity and affirmative action laws and policies, including but not limited to complaints of discrimination, may also be directed in writing to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissions, Milwaukee Area Office, Reuss Federal Plaza, 310 West Wisconsin Ave., Suite 800, Milwaukee, WI., 53203-2292, (800) 669-4000 or TTY (800) 669-6820. http://www.eeoc.gov/field/milwaukee/index.cfm or the Iowa Civil Rights Commission, 400 E. 14th Street, Des Moines, Iowa, 50319-1004, (515) 281-4121 or 1-800-457-4416, http://www.iowa.gov/government/crc/. This inquiry or complaint to the federal office may be done instead of, or in addition to, an inquiry or complaint at the local level. Further information and copies of the procedures for filing a complaint are available in the school district's central administrative office and the administrative office in each attendance center.

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