| Location | Centralia, WA |
Centralia School DistrictTransportation2320 Borst AvenueCentralia, WA 98531Part Time$20.74 - $25.51 per hourTransportationPosted 8/11/2026: Director of Transportation : Transportation: Public School Employees' : Non-ExemptSchool bus van drivers ensure the safe transport of students on schedules routes and/or special trips including utilizing school district owned vehicles.High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum of five (5) years driving experienceValid Washington State Driver's LicenseAbility to pass a physical examination from a licensed health care providerPossession or ability to obtain a first aid cardAbility to pass a federal and state background checkPossession of a driving record free of all major violations such as a DUI or negligent driving with a limited number of minor violationsAbility to problem solve by identifying issues and creating action plansAbility to communicate effectively, possess awareness of self and others, listen actively, be patient, incorporate humor/lightheartedness into work, be empathic, possess a growth mindset, and be customer-service orientedAbility to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of employmentAbility to support the District's vision, mission, goals, and culture code, including the belief that all students can succeedAbility to adhere to safety practices, understand applicable codes, policies, and regulations, and maintain accurate recordsKnowledge of area streets and locations or ability to learnKnowledge of emergency evacuation techniques or ability to learnKnowledge of health standards and hazards or ability to learnAbility to utilize wheelchair tie-downs, child safety seats, and liftsAbility to perform non-technical tasks with the ability to enhance skills over timeAbility to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodationsAbility to speak SpanishSuccessful experience working with diverse individualsSuccessful experience working with adolescentsTransports students in a school van/car in accordance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and proceduresPerforms daily pre-trip and post-trip inspectionsResponds to inquiries from students, families, and school personnel regarding transportation servicesReports observations and/or incidents (discipline, accidents, etc.) in accordance with school district policies and proceduresEnsures students and other passengers are safe and secure during transportInforms, teaches, and enforces behavior expectations of all passengersAssists students and other passengers in the proper procedures during the loading and unloading of van/car during both normal transit and emergency situationsConducts emergency evacuation drills in accordance with OSPI policiesRedirects student behavior appropriatelyDevelops and maintains appropriate relationships with students, families, and other staffAttend trainings and meetings as directed or appropriateOther duties as assigned$20.74 - $25.51 per hour, depending on experience5.5 hours per day. 192 days per year. Anyone interested in this position should apply through www.edjobsnw.org AND submit a letter of interest to Gibb Kingsley, Director of Transportation at gkingsley@centralia.wednet.eduCurrent employees of Centralia School District need only to send a letter of interest to Mr. Kingsley