A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
General Description of the Role Bus Drivers transport students to and from school and field trips, maintain records of transportation, and do basic maintenance of the vehicles.
Qualifications Required Education:
High School Diploma District required driver training
Yampah Mountain Schools Principal or Fleet Manager Contract Days:
Based on route schedule
Compensation:
Bus Driver Salary Schedule (hourly)
Status:
Non-exempt Working Conditions:
Frequent travel required; management and de-escalation of students with aggressive behaviors Specific Skills Preferred Strong customer relations skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Good driving record Ability to work a flexible schedule and be dependable Major Areas of Responsibility and Duties Specific to this Job Drive students to and from school and field trips Maintain and clean the buses Document beginning/ending mileage, October 1 Count, and daily mileage Other duties as assigned Professionalism An exemplary staff member consistently demonstrates all of the following: Manages oneself (is organized, prepared, and punctual; manages resources; meets deadlines; follows through on commitments; demonstrates appropriate physical appearance relative to job and environmental expectations) Consistently acts in ways that directly support various missions (Colorado River BOCES, CDE, schools, districts) Effectively maintains relationships at multiple levels (individual, team, Colorado River BOCES, schools, districts) Delivers significant, noteworthy contributions to team and organizational goals Responds to districts Is respectful and collaborative Handles disagreements and conflicts in a diplomatic manner that does not result in decreased effectiveness over time Enhances the image of public education Displays a willingness to learn new information Maintains ethics, legal responsibility, and confidentiality Follows organizational and district policies Communication An exemplary staff member consistently demonstrates the following: Displays effective interpersonal skills (has rapport with all, knows roles of co-workers, promotes information exchange such as through parent/teacher conferences or newsletters) Uses strong verbal communication and strong listening skills Uses appropriate written communication that is constructed with the purpose, audience, and intent in mind and with proper writing conventions and mechanics Applies the appropriate mode of communication (e-mail, written, telephone, face to face) for specific situations Maintains composure during difficult conflict situations Communicates job related problems and difficulties to immediate supervisor Relationships An exemplary staff member consistently demonstrates the following: Develops and maintains rapport and effective relationships with children and adults contacted in the course of work by using courtesy, diplomacy, collaboration, cooperation, support, and professional conduct Actively contributes to the goals and success of all teams and team members through collaboration, cooperation, and flexibility (give and take) in team discussions, activities, and decision making When appropriate, seeks first to understand Effectively gives and receives constructive feedback Understands and conveys one's role within each school setting Serves as a liaison between Colorado River BOCES and human service agencies, sharing appropriate information when needed, once proper parental consent is obtained Job Competency An exemplary staff member consistently demonstrates the following: Meets all licensing requirements for the position Consistently meets all expectations listed in the job description Delivers services as determined by the IEP or instructional schedule 100% of time Personal Growth Progress An exemplary staff member consistently demonstrates the following: Stays current on professional knowledge and technical skills through training opportunities and participation in relevant professional committees and organizations Formulates goals that reflect the organization's strategic theme and include specific, measurable outcomes instead of just completing activities Demonstrates objective and measurable achievement of individual goals Develops new goals when current goals have been achieved
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$24.36 - $30.00 per hour Ability to
Commute:
Glenwood Springs, CO 81602 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Glenwood Springs, CO 81602: Relocate before starting work (Required)
