Anticipated, Bus Driver - DIST

Bus Driver

2026 - 2027 School Year

District Wide

DESCRIPTION

Bus/ Van Drivers shall be responsible for the safe, secure and efficient transportation of all students.

Key Duties include:

• Maintain the interior and exterior of District vehicles for their safe operation and report any problems to the appropriate Administrator
• Supervise and ensure the safety of students boarding, departing and riding on the bus/ van.
• Follow District policies, regulations and department protocol for all aspects of student transportation
• In accordance with State Statue and the LAws of the State of New Jersey the bus driver is to check the bus for children left on board at the conclusion of every run. The check is to be performed at the school when dropping students off. At the conclusion of "from school runs" buses must be checked either at the last stop or pulled to a safe location and checked prior to returning to the bus yard. Upon arriving at the bus yard the driver must also call for a "Bus Checker" to board the bus and walk the aisle checking for children left on board
• Report student discipline problems to the appropriate District Administrators.
• Maintain radio communications to log reports and receive instructions
• Maintain a cooperative working relationship with all District constituencies
• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be able to perform the essential functions of their position at 100% capacity, without any permanent physical limitations that would limit his/her ability.
• Posses a commercial drivers license and an exceptional driving record
• Have knowledge of Franklin Township roads or the capacity to follow written directions.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand the various types of special needs students.
• Compliance with the NJ FIRST Act
• Successful Criminal History Clearance
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate employment authorization
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT & COMPENSATION

10 Month, hourly position. In accordance with the provisions of the BOE/FTSSA collective bargaining agreement in the 26/26SY, this role is compensated at $28.10 / hourly.

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job description does not constitute a written employment contract.

BENEFITS

For full time staff include:

• Medical, dental and prescription insurance
• Personal and sick days
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• Paid holidays

The information contained in this job description is reviewed and approved by the Board of

Education and may be modified as district and state requirements evolve. This job

description does not constitute a written employment contract.

ANNUAL EVALUATION: Performance is reviewed annually in accordance with NJ State law

and the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluations for certificated staff.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: Ability to be proficient in computer applications pertinent to support the position, including but not limited Google Suite, IEP software program and Genesis Employee Portal and Student Information System.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT STATEMENT:

External and internal applicants, as well as employees who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential functions listed on this job description either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The Franklin Township School District shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law, in the event such a determination becomes necessary.

The Franklin Township School District is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. The district does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.