Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY
This job requires driving a school bus to transport students to and from school in a safe and 
efficient manner so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the District’s 
curriculum and extracurricular program.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and 
ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to 
perform the essential functions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
▪  High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
▪  Commercial Driver’s License – “S” and “P” endorsements.
▪  Must maintain a current record of CPR and 1ˢᵗ Aide.
▪  School Bus Certification.
▪  Must meet all requirements for Performance Agility Test as outlined in Minimum Standards.
▪  Must possess an excellent driving record.
▪  Must have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform 
Act of 1986.
▪  Must have and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Level One Fingerprint 
Clearance Card.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:
▪  Adhere to the District vision, mission, core values, and goals in collaboration with staff.
▪  Demonstrate a high regard for confidential and sensitive information.
▪  Obeys all Arizona traffic laws.
▪  Comply with the District’s attendance standards as described in the established guidelines.
▪  Team player and get along well with others.
▪  Detailed-oriented, and self-motivated.
▪  Excellent communication skills.
▪  Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
▪  Instruct students in the rules and regulations of safe bus riding and evacuation procedures.
▪  Manage and handle conduct of students and passengers while they are on the bus.
▪  Ensure students are transported safely and securely between residences and schools and/or 
between schools and approved field trips keeping to the assigned time schedule.
▪  Transport and discharges authorized students at authorized stops.
▪  Supervises loading and unloading of Elementary and Middle School students.
▪  Responsible for the enforcement of all Arizona restraint laws, accident procedures and bus 
evacuation plans.
▪  Participate in training to assist students who are medically fragile and have special medical 
needs (e.g., secure students with appropriate restraints, tie downs, wheelchairs, seat belts, 
etc.).
▪  Communicate effectively (verbal and written) with students, parents, teachers and district 
personnel at all levels.
▪  Report and/or prepare documentation regarding accidents, observations and/or incidents (e.g., 
incident reports, inspections, student count, passenger misconduct, etc.) to the proper personnel.
▪  Flexibility with scheduled workload: morning, midday, and afternoon bus routes every weekday.
▪  Work effectively under time constraints.
Position Type: Classified – Nonexempt    Location: District Transportation
Salary Schedule: Classified          Reports to: Transportation Director
Governing Board Approved:

▪  Assess potential emergency situations on or around the school bus.
▪  Complete documentation required to ensure the bus meets all State and Federal guidelines for 
safe operation in addition to pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, mileage logs, student 
counts, special needs students, disciplinary forms (if applicable), and field trip sheets.
▪  Keeps assigned bus clean both interior and exterior and fueled
▪  Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
▪  Attend training programs to maintain skills and meet requirements of school bus certificate.
▪  Excellent memory and ability to function well under stress.
▪  Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and/or assistance,
▪  Demonstrate flexibility, common sense, and good judgment.
▪  Ability to keep abreast of information pertinent to the job.
▪  Read and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule 
form.
▪  Meet any additional specific job requirements as indicated by the department.
▪  Assist other personnel as may be required to support them in the completion of their work 
activities.
▪  Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the supervisor.
▪  The school district reserves the right to amend this job description as necessary.

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to 
meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of 
the job.
KNOWLEDGE is required to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or 
facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge is required to 
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job.

ABILITY is required to gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a wide variety of 
factors. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data 
utilizing defined but different processes. Ability is also required to work with a significant 
diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of types 
of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues 
and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational 
objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to 
satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work priorities; 
communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines & schedules; setting priorities; working as 
part of a team; and working with constant & sustained interruptions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an 
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may 
be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The usual and 
customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: 
lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; climbing and balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, 
and significant fine finger dexterity. The job is performed under variable temperature conditions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee 
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be 
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in 
the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description is intended to be representative of the work performed by employees in this 
position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not 
preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position 
responsibilities as defined by the supervisor.

Non-Discrimination Policy: The Sacaton Elementary School District #18 Governing Board is committed 
to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, 
and disability. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the 
public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Governing Board
does business.

Apply at: https://www.sacatonschools.org/page/applicants