Bus Driver

As a Bus Driver for Woodford County Schools, you are the first and last friendly face our students see each day, playing a vital role in their journey toward success. In this position, you do more than navigate routes; you create a safe, welcoming environment where students feel secure and ready to learn from the moment they step onto the bus. By maintaining a positive atmosphere and ensuring every child—including those with special needs—is transported with care and dignity, you become a trusted mentor and a consistent anchor in their daily lives. If you are a safety-conscious professional who wants to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our children and serve as a cornerstone of our school community, we invite you to join us in driving the next generation forward.

WOODFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE

Bus Driver

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Director of Transportation

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Kentucky commercial driver's license Such additional health and age requirements as the board may require Pass health examination Have no immoral or criminal history Have the ability to work with other staff members and with children High School Diploma, G.E.D.

Certificate DUTIES:

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips Pick up and discharge students under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students in violation of 702 KAR 5:080 Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administrative Regulations Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required To provide safe and efficient transportation so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the district's education services Obey all traffic laws Will not discharge students at home or at school unless they are received by a responsible person Report discipline problems to Coordinator of Transportation Notify Coordinator of Transportation in case of mechanical failure or emergency Exercise responsible decision making Transport only authorized students Report all accidents and complete required reports Enforce regulations as set forth by school authorities Other duties as assigned by Coordinator of Transportation

APPROVED BY THE WOODFORD COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION MARCH

10, 1997