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Bus Operator for Students with Special Needs - Transportation Department******Hiring Incentive*******

Modesto City Schools · Modesto, CA · 1 wk ago
ManufacturingFull-time

About the role

Bus Operator for Students with Special Needs - Transportation Department

Responsibilities

  • Operate school buses safely and efficiently
  • Ensure the safety and comfort of special needs students during transportation
  • Follow all safety protocols and procedures as outlined by the Department of Motor Vehicles and the California Highway Patrol
  • Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other staff members
  • Adhere to the school schedule and pick-up/drop-off times
  • Assist students with special needs as needed

Qualifications

  • Completed Basic Bus Driver Education Course (20 classroom hours) recommended by the State Department of Education
  • Successful completion of the twenty (20) hour behind-the-wheel Basic Bus Driver Education Course recommended by the State Department of Education
  • Graduation from high school or General Education Development (GED) Certificate or California High School Proficiency Examination (CHSPE) Certificate
  • Valid California Commercial Driver’s License - Class B with Air Brake Certificate
  • Valid medical examiner’s certificate (DL-51) issued in accordance with the motor carrier safety regulations of the Department of Motor Vehicles
  • School Bus Driver’s Certificate issued by the Department of Motor Vehicles
  • Standard Red Cross First Aid Certificate or pass a First Aid Examination administered by the California Highway Patrol
  • Be insurable and maintain insurability at regular and normal premium rates with the District’s insurance carrier

Hiring Incentive

  • Any out of district new hire who agrees to stay for a minimum of one (1) year will be paid a $4,000 hiring incentive in the following manner:
  • a. $2,000 to be paid within 45 days after the first day of paid contracted service.
  • b. $1,000 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of the employee's probationary period (i.e., 6-months or 130 days as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement).
  • c. $1,000 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of one year of paid contracted service.

Additional Hiring Incentive

  • For those who agree to stay for a minimum of one (1) year and pass all CHP School Bus Driver testing, they will receive an additional $2,000 hiring incentive in the following manner:
  • a. $1,000 to be paid within 45 days after the first day of paid contracted service.
  • b. $500 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of the employee's probationary period (i.e., 6-months or 130 days as stated in the Collective Bargaining Agreement).
  • c. $500 to be paid within 45 days after the successful completion of one year of paid contracted service.

Comments and Other Information

All applicants must meet the minimum qualifications (i.e., experience, education, etc.) as listed on the job description in order to be considered for an interview. All applicants must apply online through Edjoin.

Modesto City Schools shall not unlawfully discriminate against or tolerate the harassment of employees or job applicants on the basis of their sex, race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, Vietnam era veteran status, or actual or perceived sexual orientation. Questions regarding the District’s non-discrimination policy can be directed to Associate Superintendent, Human Resources, 426 Locust Street, Modesto, CA 95351 or by phone at (209) 574-1606.

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