Student Transportation: Full-Time Utility Bus Driver for 26-27

Camdenton R-III Schools Utility Drivers play an integral role in the well-being and safety of our students, having important "touch points" throughout the day.

Responsibilities

• Shuttle students to and from classes on campus or to school-related jobs or activities in a safe and legal manner.
• Interact with students in a courteous, respectful manner while maintaining high expectations for safety.
• Model respect for the law, authority, safety in driving habits, and efficiency in time and effort.
• Observe all safety rules and traffic laws by exercising safety first in all operations.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip safety inspections using the "Driver's Daily Report."
• Initiate follow-up action to ensure prompt correction of equipment deficiencies recorded on reports.
• Perform district procedures as outlined in the Handbook to ensure no students are left unattended on the bus.
• Maintain cleanliness of the assigned bus, including frequent sweeping, dusting, and other cleaning as required.
• Transport assigned students over designated morning and evening bus routes in accordance with schedules and rules.
• Transport students over designated shuttles in accordance with operating schedules.
• Conduct emergency school bus drills and safety demonstrations when directed by Administration.
• Establish a positive relationship with assigned students and parents to promote safety and good conduct.
• Instruct students regarding established rules, good conduct, and safety on the bus.
• Communicate with parents to address minor discipline issues before involving building administrators (serious offenses may bypass parent communication depending on severity).
• Perform "head counts" of students and provide other written reports as directed.
• Conduct oneself in accordance with all driver rules and regulations established by the State, local Board of Education, and Superintendent.
• Attend all "non-student days" designated for professional development.
• Undergo a medical examination by the District's physician at least 90 days prior to the school year.
• Maintain good personal hygiene and a personal appearance appropriate for a representative of Camdenton R-3 Schools.
• Perform other duties as assigned or determined necessary by leadership.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A or B CDL with S (School Bus) and P (Passenger) endorsements.
• Safe driving record.
• Successful completion of district training program.
• Adherence to Board Policy for Staff Conduct.

Key Performance Indicators

• Zero preventable accidents and 100% completion of pre-trip inspections.
• On-time arrival/departure rate for all routes.
• 100% "No Student Left Behind" check completion and up-to-date medical certifications.
• Reduction in referred discipline incidents through proactive parent communication.

Pay

Starting at $15.05 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

179 scheduled work days; 8.0 hours per day (does not include a 30-minute lunch).