Substitute Bus Drivers

About the role

Substitute Bus Driver opportunities offer great flexibility for those who desire part-time work (approximately 4.5 hours/day). Substitute employment often leads to regular employment, which offers a full benefits package for part-time work.

Training

Selected applicants will be offered training through Winchester Public Schools, which includes the following:

• Classroom Instruction – The next training date is to be determined.
• Behind-the-wheel instruction – Follows successful completion of classroom instruction.

Requirements

• Obtain a CDL Learner's Permit prior to the start of classroom instruction. A permit with the following classification and endorsements is required prior to the start of Behind-the-wheel training:
  • Class B
  • Air Brakes – vehicle equipped with air brakes
  • School Bus – S
  • Passenger – P
• Submit current driving record that reflects the following:
  • 0-5 safe driving points
  • No DUI record within the past 5 years and no more than 2 moving violations within 1 year
• Successful completion of criminal record and background check
• Able to pass required school bus physical and pre-employment drug test
• Able to safely operate all buses in the WPS fleet

Pay

• During training: $17.00 per hour
• Upon completion of training requirements: $23.69 per hour (Step 1 of the bus driver scale)

Schedule

The daily work schedule averages 4½ hours per day, as needed.