Bus Driver Trainer

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:
1/19/2023
Location:
LSC Transportation Center This position is available to current Lafayette School Corporation Bus Drivers only. Interested applicants should email Mr. Jim Scroggin at
Lafayette School Corporation
School Bus Driver Trainer
Salary: Driver pay plus $4.00 per hour while performing trainer duties
Reports to: Director of Transportation
JOB SUMMARY
The School Bus Driver Trainer helps ensure the proper functioning of the Lafayette School Corporation Transportation Department by training, testing, and evaluating driving skills of current and prospective bus and activity bus drivers using methods approved by Indiana Department of Education for pupil transportation.
Nature & Scope:
The School Bus Driver Trainer performs work of a specific nature under general supervision. The nature of the work requires adherence to policies, procedures, and regulations. Independent judgment and decision-making are required in matters not having established policies, procedures, and regulations. The incumbent interfaces with department staff, school staff, parents, and public entities.
Essential Job Functions:

1. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest traditions of public education and in support of the District's mission.
2. Provides classroom instruction for current and newly hired school bus drivers in accordance with Lafayette School Corporation Bus Drivers' Training Program, including written and oral presentations, group, and individualized training; ensures training materials are current, professional, and meet quality control levels and legal requirements.
3. Performs behind the wheel instruction (BTW) to reinforce basic driving skills and ensure compliance with state and District safety standards.
4. Prepares continuous professional development activities/training for drivers; creates and executes individualized training as needed to ensure drivers satisfy training credit requirements for renewal of school bus driver's certification.
5. Conducts remedial training for bus drivers involved in accidents, incidents, and other situations as determined by the Director of Transportation.
6. Conducts instruction in use of adaptive equipment used to transport pupils.
7. Conducts physical qualification examinations on behalf of the Indiana Department of Education.
8. Conducts observation rides to evaluate bus routes and driver competency.
9. Maintains records and prepares reports related to the training of school bus drivers.
10. Drives scheduled bus routes, as necessary.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
12. Maintains effective working relationships with other members of the Department as well as other school personnel and community members, including those from diverse cultures or backgrounds or those who speak limited or no English.

Required Qualifications:

1. Must be 21 years of age or older.
2. Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
3. Must possess and maintain a valid Indiana CDL Class B driver's license with all endorsements; Passenger, Air Brake, School Bus, and a driving record/certification that meets the standards in place by the Indiana Department of Education and the Lafayette School Corporation.
4. Must possess a minimum of three (3) years' experience performing duties as a School Bus Driver.
5. Must be able to read, understand and follow multi-step written and verbal instructions in English.
6. Must demonstrate the ability to follow a set routine at a pace that meets Lafayette School Corporation standards and demonstrate the ability to meet deadlines and schedules.
7. Must demonstrate the ability to maintain composure and act logically under stressful conditions and during periods of emergency.
8. Must demonstrate excellent knowledge of bus routes and surrounding geographic area.
9. Must demonstrate flexibility to changing working environments.
10. Must be able to work accurately with attention to detail.
11. Must meet all Minimum Qualifications for the position of Bus Driver.