Bus Driver – Riverside USD 114

Riverside USD 114 is seeking dependable and safety-minded individuals to join our transportation team as Bus Drivers. This position plays an important role in ensuring students are transported safely to and from school and school activities.

Qualifications:

Valid CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S/B) endorsements preferred
Riverside USD 114 will train the right candidate to obtain the necessary licensure and endorsements
Good driving record
Ability to work well with students, staff, and families
Must pass all required background checks and pre-employment screenings

Responsibilities:

Safely transport students on assigned routes and activity trips
Conduct required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Maintain a safe and positive environment for students while on the bus
Follow all district, state, and federal transportation regulations
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and school personnel

Riverside USD 114 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Employer Information

Riverside USD 114 is a 2A school located in the northeast corner of Kansas and includes the towns of Elwood and Wathena, which are approximately 4 miles apart. We are bordered by the Missouri River on the east, north and south, and the west border of the district extends to approximately 1 mile west of Blair. Both Elwood and Wathena have a variety of businesses, including a grocery store, a post office in each town, restaurants, a discount store, gas stations/convenience stores, a seasonal flower/statuary market, a newspaper, mortuary, insurance agents, a bank in each town, beauty salons, data processing business, two Chiropractic offices, heating & A/C services, body shops, plus many other businesses and trucking companies in Elwood & Wathena. St. Joseph MO borders the district on the east and Kansas City is 45 miles south of St Joseph, MO.

Riverside USD 114 was formed July 1, 2010 by the consolidation of Elwood USD 486 and Wathena USD 406. As of 2020-2021, Riverside High School (Grades 9-12) and Riverside Primary (Grades Pre-K thru 2) are located at the West Campus, 705 Jessie, Wathena; and Riverside Intermediate and Middle School (Grades 3-8) are located at the East Campus, 203-04 North 12th, Elwood.

Our enrollment for the 26-27 school year is approximately 625 students in grades PK-12. Riverside is a technology-rich district, with computers/laptops in every classroom, and each high school student is provided a laptop for use during their high school career. IPADS are provided to students in grades 5-8. Smartboards and several classrooms have Active Panel TVs. We have computer labs on each campus. Our sports program includes Middle School and High School football, wrestling, volleyball, basketball & track. High School baseball and softball are also offered.