Bus Driver in Opelousas, Louisiana at JS Clark Leadership Academy

PURPOSE STATEMENT

The School Bus Driver job is done for the purpose/s of providing support within the student transportation services area with specific responsibilities for transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established guidelines and maintaining passenger safety.

• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.

• Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.

• Inspects vehicle's interior and exterior (e.g. equipment, instruments, safety devices, proper operation, fuel, engine oil, coolant, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle in accordance with federal, state and local lawsuit, regulations, policies and guidelines.

• Maintains complete control of the vehicle at all times and remains alert for the purpose of ensuring the safety of passengers.

• Monitors students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of ensuring the safe transportation of all passengers.

• Prepares reports (e.g. field trips reports, incident reports, inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information, and/or complying with established guidelines.

• Reports emergencies, breakdowns, delays and/or accidents to administrator or designee for the purpose of ensuring prompt response to emergencies and the safety and care of passengers.

• Responds to inquiries from students, parents, and/or staff for the purpose of providing the necessary information regarding transportation services.

• Supervises bus monitors during the loading and unloading of passengers with attention to a variety of details (e.g. wheelchairs, ramps, curbs, inside bus, safety devices, car seats, lap belts, T-straps, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety of immobilized passengers.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

PROFESSIONAL ATTITUDE AND CONDUCT FACTORS

Quality of Work-attention to detail and accuracy of work produced

• Completes tasks, reports, and documents accurately according to specified timelines and expectations

• Makes wise and appropriate decisions after identifying and analyzing relevant information Availability-punctual, adheres to work schedule and has overall satisfactory attendance

• Adheres to district guidelines relative to attendance. Regularly reports to work on time and works additional hours when deemed necessary Communication Skills-both verbal and written work is of satisfactory caliber

• Uses verbal and non-verbal communication in a manner respectful of others

• Writes and speaks clearly and concisely so that the message is understood

• Uses active listening skills

• Maintains communication with immediate supervisor, keeping him/her informed of problems, concerns, and significant developments

• Demonstrates skill in giving and receiving feedback

• Interpersonal Skills-works cooperatively with colleagues, students, parents and vendors

• Accepts and recognizes the value of the contribution of others

• Promotes and supports a culture of inclusion, diversity, dignity, and fairness for all stakeholders.

• Accepts and uses constructive feedback

• Attends and constructively participates in meetings and professional development activities

• Treats all stakeholders in a respectful and helpful manner

• Develops leadership and responsibility in colleagues and students if applicable

• Personal Impact-presentable, appropriate appearance for position, represents district positively

• Dresses for success according to job responsibilities

• Displays confident posture and maintains self-control

• Consistently demonstrates customer excellence standards

• Demonstrates positive support through actions and words as ambassadors of the schools and districts

• Develops and maintains a safe and caring environment for all of our customers

• Productivity-performs work efficiently, on time, effectively uses available resources

• Identifies problems and issues and works collaboratively to contribute ideas and find solutions

• Minimizes bias in self and others and accepts responsibility for his/her own actions

• Teamwork-works with fellow employees in harmony without creating stress

• Cooperates with building and district staff in planning and evaluation

• Adaptability-accepts and adjusts to change, performs multiple tasks, organizes work, sets work priorities, and performs other duties as assigned

• Follows directives as assigned by supervisor

• Cooperates with administration in the performance of additional duties

• Policy-follows Board Policy and Procedures

• Adheres to laws, Board Policies and Procedures, administrative rules, practices, and guidelines and applies all fairly, consistently, wisely, and compassionately

• Adheres to ethical, legal and professional standards

• Refrains from revealing confidential information

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS: are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet

changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the

functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; applying pertinent

codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; operating district vehicles, fire extinguisher, two-way radio, and

standard office equipment; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE: is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or

ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions;

and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific Knowledge based competencies

required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: emergency evacuation techniques;

area streets and locations; basic vehicle maintenance; health standards and hazards; pertinent codes,

policies, regulations and/or laws; safe driving practices; safety practices and procedures; two way radio

communication; and utilizing wheelchairs, tie downs, child safety seats, lifts, etc. (by assignment).

ABILITY: is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and use

job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances;

work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; Ability is also required to work with a diversity of

individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related

equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with

data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is

moderate to significant. Specific Ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the

functions of the job include: being attentive to detail; communicating with diverse groups including

school age riders; displaying tact and courtesy; establishing and maintaining effective working

relationships; exercising sound judgment; maintaining an understanding of the special needs of students

and their parents; maintaining confidentiality; and working with constant distractions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or

methods; providing information and/or advising others; Utilization of some resources from other work

units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly

impact the organization’s services.

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical

demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or

crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 70% sitting, 15% walking, and

15% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some

exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Education and Training: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Job related experience is required.

Certificates and Licensure: Commercial Driver's License with Passenger Endorsement required; Air Brake Endorsement required; School Bus Endorsement required.