Job Title Bus Driver Instructor Location Leesburg, VA, US Organization Name Divison of Transportation Department Description Divison of Transportation Brief Description The Bus Driver Instructor is assigned to a route, and in addition is responsible for classroom instruction, behind-the-wheel instruction, retraining instruction, transport van training, third party CDL testing if necessary, and other duties as assigned. The Bus Driver Instructor assists the Transportation Area Supervisor in charge of training. The work includes operating a school bus and field observation of school bus drivers and attendants.
Detailed Description The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:
• Instructs all areas of training and staff education provided by the Division of Transportation
Training Office.
• Assists in the preparation of materials for all training sessions.
• Performs field observations and ride-along observations.
• Assists supervisors in daily school bus operations, to include providing safe transportation of students, maintaining effective control of students, and assisting bus attendants in boarding and securing students in the bus seats.
• Assists with the Transportation In-Service Meeting twice yearly, open house recruitment events, and public relations events.
• Provides third-party testing for the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) as required.
Job Requirements Below are the qualifications for this position:
• High School diploma or GED required
• Four years of driving experience, minimum age of 20, and Commercial Driver's License with school bus and passenger endorsement for a minimum of 2 years
• The ability to obtain a completed physician's certificate (School Bus Driver's Application for Physician Certificate, form EB.001) which is required under the provision of Section 22.1-178 of the Code of Virginia and Regulations of the Virginia Board of Education) with controlled substance testing, annual physical examinations, and random tests for use of controlled substances and alcohol, as prescribed by the Virginia Board of Education and Loudoun County Public Schools
• Knowledge of school bus operations, traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, local street and road system, and basic mechanical principles of motor vehicle operations
• Advanced level of verbal and written fluency in English is required
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and parents; carry out written and oral instructions; and operate a two-way radio
• Possess or ability to obtain National Safety Council First Aid and CPR Instructor Certifications within six months of hire
• Obtain certification as a Virginia School Bus Driver Trainer and DMV Third-Party Tester as required

Physical Requirements

The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. The employee must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain practices and policies. Frequently sitting and/or remaining in a stationary position for long periods of time. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Essential Personnel

Employees who perform the responsibilities of this position for the Department of Support Services are considered essential personnel. Essential personnel are designated employees who must report for work during a delay or emergency situations. A workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens the staff, pupils, or the public; disrupts or shuts down business operations; or causes physical or environmental damage. Emergencies may be natural or manmade. It is incumbent upon the supervisor to inform and confirm which essential personnel are required to work during emergency closings. Notification and confirmation of the expectation of essential personnel to report to work, or maintain as-needed status, will be executed with as much advanced notice as possible via in-person communication or email.

Additional Details Classified Salary Scale , Level 14
Position is 8 hours per day.
The Loudoun County School Board seeks to cultivate a high performing team of professionals focused on its mission and goals. The School Board values merit and excellence within its workforce and encourages the highest levels of professionalism for all its employees.
The School Board also recognizes and values the diversity of the students and broader community it serves and encourages diversity within its workforce.
The Loudoun County School Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The School Board does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, national origin, ancestry, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, age, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any basis protected by law.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Assistant Superintendent for Department of Human Resources and Talent Development
Loudoun County Public Schools
21000 Education Court
Ashburn, VA 20148
Tel:571-252-1100

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• Three (3) current professional references (Name, phone number, email address). At least one reference should be a current supervisor or most recent supervisor.

Interview Date School Year SY_2021-2022 School Year 2021-2022 Job Type Classified Closing Date Contract or Assignment Days/Hours Per Day 12 months / 8 hours Amount of Travel

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