School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver Chewelah School District -

Chewelah, WA Posted:

5/26/2026 -

Expires:

8/24/2026

Job ID:

241612863 Job Description

CHEWELAH SCHOOL DISTRICT

#36 IS

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

PART-TIME

BUS DRIVER GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Current Washington State driver's license. At least five years of experience as a licensed driver. Clear driving record in accordance with

WAC 392-144-103.

D.O.T. (CDL) Endorsement. CDL School Bus Endorsement or ability to complete training to obtain endorsement. Current first aid/CPR certification. Current successful D.O.T. physical. WSP and FBI fingerprint background clearances. Ability to drive automatic and manual transmissions with two speed rear ends. Ability to work with students, parents and other staff. Ability to manage students in a safe and positive manner. Ability to apply chains to bus tires as often as two to four times daily. Experience driving on steep snow-covered roads.

PREFERENCES

Experience driving school buses. Experience chaining both large and small bus tires (demonstration may be required).

OPEN ROUTES

 Open route available up to 4.25 hours per day for up to 5 days per week during the school year. Final open position is dependent on in-district transfers. Final route will be assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Training, certification and onboarding expenses may be reimbursed by the District following completion of 60 hours worked.

GENERAL BENEFITS

Employees anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 - August 31) and their families are eligible to be covered by medical, dental, vision, basic life, and long-term disability insurance through the School Employees Benefit Board (SEBB). Employees participate in a Washington State retirement plan and may choose to enroll in the District's 403b and deferred compensation plans. 180 day per year employees receive ten (10) paid sick days based on their hours worked per day. Up to 50% of the sick days are designated for emergency, personal and certain bereavement leave. Other paid leaves available to those who qualify include bereavement, military, and jury duty or subpoena. Benefits may be prorated depending upon employment start date.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

The Chewelah School District will provide equal access to all programs and activities without discrimination based on sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:

Title IX Officer:

Erin Dell PO Box 47 Section 504/

ADA Coordinator:

Sarah Gregory Chewelah, WA 99109

Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator:

Jason Perrins (509) 685-6800 The Chewelah School District is a drug free/tobacco free workplace. An Equal Opportunity Employer Job Summary Company Details Company Chewelah School District Industry Elementary and Secondary Schools Job Information Location Chewelah, WA Website https://www.chewelah.k12.wa.us/ Job Type Part Time Employee Experience Less than 1 Year Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Level High School or equivalent Job Position 2 Position(s) Open Salary/Wage $21.70 - $32.01 /hour Duration Over 150 Days Additional Information Job Shift Days (1st shift) Age Requirement 21 Other-Specify in Job Details Testing Required Drug testing/screening Background checks Reference checks Additional Testing Required Employer will perform testing Other source will perform testing Testing Description School bus driver training and testing. Federal Contractor No Affirmative Action Plan Yes