Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver 2026-27 School Year

The Mary M. Knight School District is looking for Substitute Bus Drivers. The position is open until filled. SALARY: $27.79 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Operate assigned school van/bus in a safe and legal manner consistent with district, state, county and federal regulations
• Read, understand and follow all motor vehicles laws of the State of Washington, all regulations and Washington State Laws for School Bus Drivers and the State of Washington School Bus Driver Handbook.
• Inspect the assigned school van/bus daily prior to each operation in accordance with state and district regulations and expectations
• Report any mechanical defects and safety hazards immediately
• Transport passengers to and from school or other school-related activities
• Maintain discipline on the bus consistent with district policies, regulations and procedures
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, district staff, parents and community members
• Conduct post-trip inspection: verify that all passengers have departed, close windows and refuel school bus
• Maintain and submit daily bus logs; maintain, complete and submit all forms, records, and other reports as required
• Clean interior and exterior of vehicle according to department procedures and perform other such maintenance requirements as department procedure requires
• Assist passengers in exiting school bus through appropriate emergency exits during drills and in case of emergency
• Operate and maintain district vehicles and equipment as required; consequently, insuring their safe and proper use, protecting the interest of the district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district vehicles, equipment and materials
• Obtain and maintain all licenses and certificates necessary to accomplish assigned duties and responsibilities
• Comply with district safety rules and regulations
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 21 (twenty-one) years of age
• Possess a valid Washington State commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a school bus endorsement.
• Meet district and state driving record requirements, as verified through a review of the applicant’s driving record abstract.
• Meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform duties
• Minimum of 5 (five) years driving experience
• Maintain valid CPR/First Aid card
• WA State Background and fingerprints
• Pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol test

Equal Opportunity Employer-Mary M Knight School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Laurie Seymour, Business Manager, lseymour@mmk.wednet.edu, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Josh Stoney, Principal, jstoney@mmk.wednet.edu. Each individual can be reached at 360-426-6767.