Substitute/Part-Time Bus Driver

Location: Watervliet City School District
Start Date: As Needed/Per Call Basis
Salary:
    • $23.00 – $25.00/hour 
    • $33.00 – $35.00/hour – Weekends 
    • $10.00/hr. Pay Differential for Current Employees During Contractual Work Hours
Duties and Responsibilities (Illustrative Only):
  • Operates a school bus or school suburban on a per call basis or on special trips that may include some evenings & weekends;
  • Checks the operating condition of the bus before starting on a trip;
  • Reports any mechanical defect to immediate supervisor;
  • Maintains orderly conduct of children on bus;
  • May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle;
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 
  1. Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations;
  2. Ability to operate a school bus under all driving and road conditions;
  3. Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions;
  4. Ability to get along well with children and command their respect;
  5. Mental alertness, dependability and good physical condition.
Minimum Requirements:
  1. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age and must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules & Regulations of the NYS Commissioner of Education;
  2. Possession of Certified Driver’s License with an “S” School Bus Endorsement; or Class C license with a “P” Passenger Endorsement;
  3. Appointment is subject to fingerprint clearance.
Interested candidates should apply to:
Mr. Keith Heid, Business Manager
Watervliet City School District
1245 Hillside Drive
Watervliet, New York 12189
Post Date: February 28, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
The Watervliet City School District is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The District does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion or creed, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal non-discrimination laws.