Bus Driver Trainee at Goleta Union School District

About the Employer

GUSD has a stimulating and challenging atmosphere with a capable, articulate and professional staff. Many teachers, classified employees, and administrators have enjoyed long careers with GUSD. The staff has developed a reputation for working with a diverse student population to develop individual student potential by providing high-quality instruction aligned with state standards and supported with 21st century learning skills. Core instruction includes comprehensive traditional academic subjects extended to include character development, digital literacy, art, music, hands-on science, and physical education. All schools offer embedded programs to address specific needs of gifted students and English Learners. Each school maintains a 1.0–1.5 full time positions to support intervention needs for all students. Each student in grades 3-6 has 1:1 access to Chromebooks. In grades K-2 there is one mobile digital device for every two students. All instructional environments include access to high speed wireless connectivity to the internet.

Job Summary

Job Summary

You will be provided all necessary training to obtain the following certification: Class B Commercial License with Passenger Endorsement, Air Brake Endorsement and School Bus Endorsement; School Bus Certificate (CHP DL-45); DMV Medical Exam and Drub Test (CHP DL-51); CPR & First Aid Certificate; Live Scan Fingerprinting and Background Check. This training may take up to 6 months and will include driving a 40 foot bus. During the training period, you will be asked to work in a Paraeducator I school support position when not actively training. See job description for Paraeducator I job duties. Training position is at the Paraeducator I rate of pay and will move to Bus Driver position at a higher rate of pay upon successful completion of training.

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications