SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

Position: School Bus Driver, Part-Time Reports To: Superintendent/Principal

Position Summary

Powell Township School is seeking a dependable, safety-conscious individual to serve as a Part-Time School Bus Driver. The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, field trips, and other school-sponsored activities. The bus driver is responsible for some snow removal around the school building and bus garage areas. The bus driver must also provide bus upkeep.

The School Bus Driver is an important member of the Powell Township School team and is expected to provide a safe, positive, and respectful environment for students while representing the school in a professional manner. The school bus driver is the first and last daily representation of the school for many students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from Powell Township School, Negaunee High School, and Marquette High Schools according to established routes and schedules.
• Transport students for field trips, athletic events, extracurricular activities, and other school-sponsored activities as assigned.
• Operate the school bus in compliance with all applicable Michigan laws, regulations, and school district policies.
• Complete required pre-trip and post-trip inspections and promptly report mechanical or safety concerns.
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment on the bus.
• Establish and maintain appropriate expectations for student behavior while riding the bus.
• Address minor student behavior issues in a calm, fair, and professional manner and report significant concerns to the Superintendent/Principal.
• Maintain appropriate communication with school administration regarding transportation concerns, delays, route issues, student behavior, or emergencies.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and school matters.
• Assist students when boarding and exiting the bus as appropriate.
• Follow established procedures in the event of an accident, emergency, severe weather, or other unusual circumstance.
• Keep the school bus clean and orderly and report maintenance needs.
• Complete required transportation records, mileage reports, inspection forms, and other documentation.
• Attend required training, safety meetings, and other professional development.
• Maintain a courteous and professional relationship with students, parents, school staff, and members of the community.
• Perform other duties related to student transportation as assigned by the Superintendent/Principal.

Required Qualifications

The successful candidate must:

• Meet all State of Michigan requirements for operating a school bus.
• Possess (or capable of acquiring) and maintain a valid Michigan Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) Endorsements.
• Meet all applicable Michigan school bus driver training, drug testing, medical, and licensing requirements.
• Successfully complete required background checks and driving record checks.
• Maintain a driving record acceptable to Powell Township School and applicable state requirements.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and appropriately with children and adolescents.
• Demonstrate sound judgment, patience, dependability, and professionalism.
• Be able to respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance.

Previous school bus driving experience is preferred but not required. Individuals who do not currently possess all required school bus driver credentials may be considered if they are otherwise qualified and willing to complete the required training and licensing process.

Work Schedule

The position is part-time and generally follows the Powell Township School calendar.

Typical responsibilities include a combination of:

• Morning student route and/or
• Afternoon student route and/or
• Mid-Day Preschool route and/or
• Marquette & Negaunee High School route
• Additional transportation for field trips, athletic events, extracurricular activities, and other school functions as needed.

Additional hours may be available depending upon the School’s transportation needs.

Compensation

Hourly Rate: $25.03 per hour

Physical and Working Requirements

The School Bus Driver must be able to safely perform the duties associated with operating a school bus and snow removal, including:

• Sitting and driving for extended periods.
• Safely entering and exiting the school bus.
• Conducting required vehicle safety inspections.
• Assisting students when necessary.
• Maintaining sufficient vision, hearing, mobility, and physical ability to safely operate a school bus.
• Remaining attentive to traffic, weather conditions, student activity, and potential safety concerns.
• Shoveling and/or snow blowing snow from around the school bus, bus garage, and into the school building.

The ideal candidate understands that the school bus is an extension of the school environment and will help provide students with a safe, welcoming, and positive experience each day.

Application

Interested candidates should submit:

• A letter of interest
• Resume
• Documentation of applicable CDL and school bus driving qualifications, if currently held

Applications should be submitted to:

Powell Township School Attn: Todd Boynton PO Box 160 Big Bay, MI 49808

Applications may also be submitted by email to: tboynton@powellschool.com

Position will remain open until filled.

Powell Township School is an equal opportunity employer.