Bus Helper Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

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Why Choose EVSC?

1. Impact Lives Daily: Every day, you'll have the opportunity to inspire, guide, and empower the next generation. Your work will ripple through time, shaping not just individual lives but entire communities.
2. Innovate and Grow: We're not just teaching; we're reinventing education for the 21st century. Bring your fresh ideas and watch them come to life in our progressive learning environments.
3. Stability Meets Flexibility: Enjoy the security of working in an essential field, coupled with a schedule that respects your work-life balance. Summers and holidays off.
4. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, excellent health coverage, robust retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
5. Supportive Community: Join a team that feels like family. Our collaborative environment fosters lifelong friendships and professional networks.

Join us in our mission to educate, inspire, and empower. Together, we can build a brighter future, one student at a time. We are Better Together! 

Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding career that truly matters!

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SALARY
Bus Drivers are paid a minimum of 4 hours per day with several opportunities to pick up additional routes during the day or after school. 

Year Hourly 1 $19.86 2 $20.39 3 $20.92 4 $21.45 5 $22.30 6 $23.15 7 $26.38 8 $26.65 9 $26.91 10 $27.18

A year of service annual increase will be provided to employees who have completed 120 working days in a paid status per school year based on the board approved salary schedule. New employees will begin on year 1. EVSC will grant credit for years of experience to individuals who already hold all necessary credentials and have prior experience driving school buses.

BENEFITS
Bus drivers work part-time hours with full-time benefits!
EVSC offers four (4) Anthem medical insurance plans. Full medical, dental and vision insurance are provided with this position.  Click here to view the rates for each plan. If elected, insurance coverage begins the first of the month following the successful completion of a 30-day probationary period. 
Employees enrolled in an EVSC medical insurance plan are eligible to use any of the three EVSC Health & Wellness Centers.  The health clinics provide primary care services, generic prescription medications, physicals, health screenings, and labs; all at NO COST to the employee or covered family member.
EVSC is proud to provide accumulated paid time off for:

• Sick Time
• Over 25 Holidays!
• Personal Business Days

EVSC employees have access to the EVSC Wee Care Learning Centers.  The Wee Care program provides a quality early learning experience for employees' children as young as six weeks through age five at a special employee rate.  
This position will automatically be enrolled in the Public Employees' Retirement Fund (PERF) through the state of Indiana, which includes a defined benefit (Pension) as well as an Annuity Savings Account (ASA).  Employees may also participate in a 403(b) Plan.  Enrolling in the 403(b) plan allows employees to save for their retirement by making a pre-tax salary deferral contributions to the Plan.
Eligible employees may enroll in the EVSC group life insurance and long term disability plans. EVSC also offers a variety of voluntary insurance products through American Fidelity. 
EVSC offers a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP). It is a confidential, voluntary service that provides professional counseling and referral services designed to help employees and their family members with personal, job or family-related matters.

SUMMARY:  

The Bus Driver transports students over specified routes according to time schedule.  The driver ensures compliance with all traffic laws, safety regulations and school transportation policies while maintaining a safe environment for student passengers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Other duties may be assigned.

• Operate a school bus safely, professionally, and in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Conduct and properly document daily pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections.
• Comply with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and district transportation procedures.
• Maintain appropriate student discipline in accordance with the student code of conduct and transportation policies.
• Participate in required training programs, meetings, and professional development activities.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the safe operation and maneuvering of a Type A school bus.
• Perform all duties and responsibilities outlined in the employment contract and follow all supervisory directives.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date route sheets and transportation records.
• Complete required training prior to transporting students with special needs or operating a special needs route.
• Maintain a clean and orderly bus environment to promote student safety and comfort.
• Report accidents, incidents, mechanical issues, or safety concerns promptly to the appropriate supervisor.
• *Special Education bus drivers (only) complete training required on handling disabled students.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Must have training (only) if driving special needs route for any purpose. 

JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Build positive relationships with students and encourages them to reach their full potential.

• Ability to read and understand maps.
• Ability to pass state skill test, state written test, Department of Transportation physical and MDE Basic Training Program.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in oral and written form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Work collaboratively with EVSC employees, vendors and community partners in a teamwork-driven environment
• Strive to be innovative in continuously improving processes for district-wide success
• Provide excellent service in all forms of communication with a results-oriented customer-driven focus
• Successful in working effectively and efficiently in a high pressure, time-sensitive environment
• Ability to internally motivate, think critically, and initiate strategic improvement
• Exude a positive and dependable work ethic
• Highly organized with attention to detail

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supervises students while transporting them.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).  Must have no points on driving record and able to pass physical including drug test.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid commercial driver's license with all necessary endorsements.

DOT mandatory random drug testing program.

Bus driving certification card for the State of Indiana.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to speak effectively before students, staff, parents and community.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to calculate time, mileage, and distances accurately.
• Ability to read gauges, schedules, and route information.
• Ability to complete basic records and reports involving numerical data.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to sit and occasionally required to walk or stand.
• Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk while performing the duties of this job.
• Frequently repeats the same hand, arm or finger motion many times.
• Frequently uses hand strength to grasp tools.
• Continuously driving on the job.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds such as students.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and peripheral vision, and distance.
• Ability to assist students when an emergency evacuation is needed.
• Must be able to hear and talk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.
• Occasionally will walk on slippery surfaces.
• The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers.
• The employee has direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of others.
• The noise level in the work environment is frequently loud to where you have to raise your voice to be heard.

QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS OPPORTUNITY?
If you have any questions, please e-mail Katie Johnson at katie1.johnson@evsck12.com. You will receive a response within 24-48 hours.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)-
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  The job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and it does not serve to proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned or changed by management.

NONDISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, national origin, age, limited English proficiency, or disability in its programs or employment policies as required by the Indiana Civil Rights Law (I.C.22-9- 1), Title IV, and Title VII (Civil Rights Act of 1964), the Equal Pay Act of 1973, Title IX (Educational Amendments), the Genetic Information Non-Discrimination Act and Section 504 (Rehabilitation Act of 1973).
Questions concerning compliance with these laws should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator of the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, 951 Walnut Street, Evansville, IN 47713, phone number 435-8508.
The interview committee will give preference to candidates who, through the interview process, past experience, and references have demonstrated the ability to interact with students, staff, and the community.
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities, including disabled veterans and veterans with service-connected disabilities, are encouraged to apply.