Bus Driver

School Bus Driver (2026-2027 School Year)

The Interstate 35 Community School district is seeking dedicated candidates who have a passion for children to our team for the 2026-2027 school year. Eligible candidates will work with an awesome team and interact with and supoort children each day!Core Responsibilites:

• Safe Transportation: Operate a school bus to transport school-aged children and authorized personnel safely and efficiently over specified routes to and from school and activitites.
• Vehicle Inspections: Conduct thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure mechanical safety.
• Safety and Compliance: Strictly observe all traffic regulations, safety policies, and school bus laws.
• Student Management: Enforce student discipline rules fairly on the bus to maintain a safe environment.

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Licensing: Posses Chauffeur's Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements; self certify during every driver's license renewal.
• Authorizations: Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) yearly school bus driver authorization card from the Department of Education.
• Driving Record: Maintain an acceptable driving record and a thorough knowledge of traffic laws and school bus regulations.
• Health & Physical Fitness: Pass a DOT physical examination every two years (per State of Iowa law) and pass a pre-employment drug test. Must be physically capable of operating a school bus, handling safety equipment and assisting passengers during an evacuation.
• Background Screenings: Successfully clear a criminal and child abuse background check.

Mandatory Training Requirements

• New Drivers: Complete the onlineNew Driver Class and a 3-hour face-to-face class within 6 months of obtaining a Class B CDL.
• Continuing Education: Complete an approved 3-hour training class every year following the initial training.
• Must clear criminal and child abuse background check.

How to Apply & Contact Information

Please submit your application through Teach Iowa. For questions, inquiries or assistance, please reach out to our district contacts:

• For Position information: Contact Bobbie Finley at bfinley@i-35.k12.ia.us or at 641-765-4720.
• For application Assistance: Contact Jennifer Baughman at jbaughman@i-35.k12.ia.us or (641) 765-4291

Interstate 35 Community School District is an AA/EOE (Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer).

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Work Days

168

Salary Range

$23.76 - $24.01/hour