Position
The Chenango Valley Central School District is accepting applications for a School Bus Driver beginning in September 2026.
Salary
Minimum hourly salary is $21.65 for the 2026-27 school year.
How to Apply
Submit your completed application to:
Jason Hibbard
Application Deadline: Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Job Description: School Bus Driver
Department
Transportation
Reports To
Supervisor of Transportation
Position Summary
The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and school-related activities. This position requires the safe operation of a school bus, the supervision of student behavior while in transit, and the completion of routine vehicle inspections and required records. Drivers work under general supervision while exercising sound judgment to ensure the safety of students and the public.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The School Bus Driver may:
- Operate a school bus on regularly scheduled routes and for special trips.
- Inspect the bus before and after each route to ensure it is safe to operate.
- Check the vehicle after every trip to ensure no students or personal belongings remain on board and to identify any vehicle damage.
- Report operational or mechanical concerns to the transportation mechanic.
- Teach and reinforce safe riding practices for students.
- Maintain appropriate student behavior while the bus is in motion.
- Keep the interior and exterior of the bus clean.
- Maintain records of mileage, routes, time, and incidents.
- Prepare and maintain route maps and student pick-up locations.
- Operate a station wagon or similar district vehicle when assigned.
- Perform minor vehicle maintenance tasks as needed.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Applicants should have:
- Knowledge of New York State Motor Vehicle and Traffic Laws, as well as the rules and regulations governing the operation of school buses.
- Knowledge of school bus safety procedures and safe driving practices.
- The ability to safely operate a school bus under a variety of road and weather conditions.
- The ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions.
- Good judgment and strong communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively with children of all ages.
License Requirements
Candidates must possess a clean New York State Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with passenger endorsements, or obtain the required license and endorsements within three months of hire.
Physical Requirements
Candidates must be able to perform the physical demands of the position, including successfully completing the required physical performance test and annual Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination.
Chenango Valley Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).