Substitute Bus Drivers

Training

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

Employment Requirements

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

Pay

During training, the pay rate is $17.00 per hour. Upon completion of training requirements, pay increases to $23.69 per hour (Step 1 of the bus driver scale).

Schedule

The daily work schedule averages 4 ½ hours per day, as needed.

Benefits

Substitute employment often leads to regular employment, which offers a full benefits package for part‑time work.