Bus Driver - Multiple Openings

Description:
Part-time positions, morning and afternoon,  M-F, school term 
Multiple positions available


Application Procedure:
All applicants apply online at http://www.district196.org/ as an External applicant


Bus Driver Job Summary:

1. Operates bus on designated route and schedule, transporting only authorized students � routes, buses and times may vary.
2. Performs daily pre-trip inspection on assigned bus.
3. Maintains proper student discipline according to district policies and department procedures.
4. Keeps assigned bus clean and fueled.
5. Completes pre-trip logs, mileage, maintenance, accident and discipline reports as required and/or requested.
6. The district provides training to obtain necessary licensure.

Bus Driver Physical Requirements: 

1. Pre-trip vehicle inspection: lifting hood, climbing and reaching to inspect engine area, bending and squatting to inspect tires, walking up and down bus aisle to check seats and exits.  Will require some periods of exposure to elements.
2. Continued braking, accelerating, steering and operation of service door and controls while driving.
3. Capable of lifting or dragging students in case of an emergency (ranging in weight from small child to full adult weight).
4. Exposure to road dust, occasional fuel and exhaust fumes.

Bus Driver  Qualifications:  

1. Applicants must be a high school graduate or hold GED.
2. Have a valid Minnesota driver's license with a good driving record and at least 3 years of driving experience (in any type of vehicle) For Bus Driving Position.
3. Prefer individuals available to work mornings and afternoons.
4. Enjoy working with children.
5. Demonstrates and role models positive, safe and responsible behavior.
6. Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred.

Responsible To: 
Coordinator of Transportation
 
 

Compensation / Benefits:
According to contractual agreement (based on 2025-27 contract)

• Bus Drivers: $24.90 � 27.28 Hourly

All employees eligible for retirement plan; positions of 23 or more hours per week eligible for health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance plans

If benefit eligible, benefits are available to new employees effective the first day of active employment.  Benefits include medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, long term disability insurance, sick-leave, state pension plan, tax-deferred retirement savings account, and flexible spending account.  Some employee groups also receive vacation, holidays or personal leave.  Benefit information is available at Employee Benefits - Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan ISD 196

Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of Educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the wellbeing of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success.
 
District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full- and part-time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes' list of America's Best-in-State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others.
 
District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K-5); six middle schools (grades 6-8); four high schools (grades 9-12); an optional Schoo