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GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The Bus Driver is responsible for the safe transporting of special education students of the St. Joseph County ISD.  Other duties involve managing the operation of the bus to ensure a safe and hazard free environment for all students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To meet the requirements and follow the rules and regulations as established by the Michigan Department of Education and the St. Joseph County ISD.
2. To obey all laws governing the operation of a vehicle and/or a school bus.
3. Drive a school bus according to a designated route and schedule.  Participate in determining route and time changes when necessary.
4. Operate a bus in various traffic, weather and road conditions with the safety of students as the priority.
5. Supervise students while driving, maintain a safe and orderly atmosphere on the bus.
6. Communicate with the Pathfinder building principal regarding student behavior or medical and safety issues.
7. Maintain the bus in a clean and orderly condition, sweep and empty trash.
8. Refuel the bus when necessary, as determined by the ISD Administration.
9. Responsible for the bus, its' equipment, its' passengers and any aides assigned to his/her bus.
10. Must complete daily pre-trip inspection of the vehicle and must immediately report needed repairs.
11. Must follow the cell phone policy.
12. Certified in CPR/AED, first aid training and other training as required (will be provided if needed).
13. To be at assigned work site at stated starting times, ready to perform assigned duties.
14. To appropriately secure wheelchairs with safety equipment.
15. To keep all student, parent and staff information confidential.
16. To have a positive attitude in working with students, parents, community members and other staff members.
17. To prepare and maintain route sheets.
18. To assist Administration in mapping bus routes and planning schedules when needed.
19. To prepare reports and keep all required records.
20. To prepare "Accident Report" after any accident involving the bus and/or school bus passengers.
21. Will be assigned weekend and mandatory time, when needed.
22. Perform other duties as assigned by the St. Joseph County ISD Administrators.