Bus driver - Newport, United States - School Administrative Unit 6 Public Schools

    School Administrative Unit 6 Public Schools
    School Administrative Unit 6 Public Schools Newport, United States

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    Position Type:
    Transportation/Bus Driver


    Date Posted:
    2/1/2023


    Location:

    Unity Elementary School Please apply for this job opportunity using our application website SAU#6 uses this website exclusively to review candidate applications.

    SAU#6 Job Description Form


    JOB TITLE:
    Unity Bus Driver- Sub


    REPORTS TO:
    Unity Principal


    SUMMARY OF POSITION
    This position exists to provide transportation for students between home and school for the
    purposes of instruction, athletics, and other trips as approved by the Principal.


    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    • Maintain the proper licensing requirements as defined by the NH DMV
    • Transport children to and from school in the mornings, afternoons, and field trips as
    assigned

    • Verify permissions for children who ride home with friends as permitted by the school
    • Maintain a clean and mechanically-sound bus at all times
    • Keep bus fueled in accordance with school expectations
    • Obey all traffic laws
    • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus before and after each route and
    maintain log

    • Ensure safety of all students
    • Provide disciplinary support and guidance for children as appropriate to maintain a safe
    and healthy environment

    • Assist students with getting on and off the bus when required
    • Attend safety and training meetings as required
    • Understand Board policies related to Transportation and Confidentiality
    • Communicate any problems with appropriate school personnel in a timely manner.
    The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
    performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list
    of all job duties that may be performed by such a person.

    EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND LICENSURE

    • Maintain the proper licensing requirements as defined by the NH DMV
    • School Bus endorsement required for this position
    OTHER KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

    • Demonstates exceptional reliability .
    • Communicates professionally, fairly, and appropriately at all levels.
    • Able to handle complex or unexpected issues with tact and professionalism while
    maintaining safety and security of vessel and passengers.

    • Able to work independently under the support of school administration.
    Physical demands of the job are as follows:
    Notable Activity Requirements Frequency (Constant, Frequent, Occassional, Unlikely)
    Sitting FREQUENT
    Standing OCCASIONAL
    Lifting/Pushing/Pulling < 25lbs FREQUENT
    Lifting/Pushing/Pulling 25lbs - 50lbs OCCASIONAL
    Lifting/Pushing/Pulling > 50lbs OCCASIONAL
    Stooping OCCASIONAL
    Bending OCCASIONAL
    Reaching OCCASIONAL

    It is also anticipated that stress will be associated with this position primarily due to the
    demands of this position. It is necessary that the individual have the capacity to remain
    calm, considerate, and tactful under stressful and unanticipated situations.


    SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
    Individual must exercise a high level of confidentiality in handling staff and student