School Bus Driver

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
QUALIFICTIONS

• good knowledge of vehicle handling and safety techniques
• good knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules, regulations and of local street and road systems
• some knowledge of basic first aid, including CPR
• ability to safely drive a school vehicle
• ability to read, write and complete forms and reports
• ability to effectively communicate with students, parents and school officials
• ability to maintain effective control over groups of children or young adult students, and to ensure student behavior is not distractive to safe driving
• patience with students who may become disruptive
• good human relation and communication skills

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Completion of high school education or the General Equivalency Diploma (GED) supplemented by a valid Commericial Drivers License with Passenger and School Bus Driver endorsement; or any eqivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the abovve noted licensure, knowledge, skill and ability.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Commercial Drivers License with Passenger and School Bus Driver endorsement and a good driving record
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Open until filled
SALARY
Starting Pay is $20.68 per hour; full-time benefits apply
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Original classified application packet required to apply. Call (804)541-6400 and request a classified application packet, download the classifed application packet from or pick up a classifed appliation packet from the address below.
TO APPLY:
An original, signed and dated letter indicating interest, updated resume and three current references (current substitutes and employees) or an original completed classified application packet (non-employees). If you have a completed application and three original references on file that are less than one year old, please submit an original, signed and dated letter indicating your interest in this position. No electronic or faxed documents will be accepted. The successful submission of three original references is the applicant's responsibility. Forward to: T. Patrick Barnes, Director of Operations at the address above.
Hopewell City Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Missy Shores, Director of Personnel, is designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies. Please forward your inquiries to her at: