Position Title: School Bus Driver

Department: Transportation Location: Building and Grounds Office Reports To: Transportation Coordinator Employment Terms: 180-day work year; evaluated annually

Position Purpose

Safely and efficiently transport authorized students along established routes while maintaining student safety, ensuring vehicle upkeep, and upholding all state, local, and district regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Minimum safe driving record/experience as determined by the Board of Education.
• Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor issues and perform basic maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain passenger discipline and ensure student well-being

Key Responsibilities

Vehicle Operation & Maintenance

• Perform mandatory pre- and post-trip safety inspections and complete the School Bus Condition Report.
• Verify that all students have safely exited the bus at the end of each route.
• Adhere strictly to established routes, designated stops, and time schedules.
• Perform routine light maintenance (e.g., check/fill fluid levels, add tire air, replace burned-out bulbs).
• Immediately report mechanical malfunctions or safety hazards to the Transportation Coordinator .
• Refuel the vehicle, track mileage, clean the interior daily, and wash windows/exterior as needed.

Student Safety & Conduct

• Transport only authorized pupils; maintain order and manage student behavior.
• Enforce rules prohibiting smoking, eating, and drinking on the vehicle.
• Report severe or persistent student misconduct to the Transportation Coordinator.
• Conduct required emergency evacuation drills and instruct passengers on bus safety regulations.

Compliance & Professional Standards

• Strictly obey all traffic laws and school bus safety regulations.
• Immediately report all accidents and pupil injuries to the Transportation Coordinator, Building Principal, Superintendent, and School Business Administrator, and submit required written reports.
• Cell Phone Policy: Cell phone use is strictly prohibited while the bus is turned on or in gear. Operation is only permitted when the bus is parked with the engine off.
• Pay all fines and court costs—and attend required safety classes—if ticketed for a traffic violation during operation.
• Participate in required transportation safety training and perform other related duties as assigned.

Compensation: $35 - $40 per hour Benefits: Full-time eligibility for medical, prescription, and dental coverage; paid sick and personal time

Closing Date:  Open until filled. EEO/AA  Employer Job ID 1315

Madison School District is a regular school district located in Morris County with 5 schools, 225 teachers and 2,452 students. Total Revenue is $67,483,000 and is trending up. Madison School District spends $24,014 per student per year on instruction.