Substitute Van Driver

2025-26 School Year

Posted 8/27/25

The Mary M. Knight School District is looking for Substitute Van Drivers. No experience necessary, training is available. The District also offers a paid CDL training program for those interested in learning how to drive a school bus.

The position is open until filled.

SALARY: $26.46 per hour

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Operate assigned school van in a safe and legal manner consistent with district, state, county and federal regulations
Read, understand and follow all motor vehicles laws of the State of Washington, all regulations and Washington State Laws for School Bus Drivers and the State of Washington School Bus Driver Handbook.
Inspect the assigned school van daily prior to each operation in accordance with state and district regulations and expectations
Report any mechanical defects and safety hazards immediately
Transport passengers to and from school or other school-related activities
Maintain discipline on the van consistent with district policies, regulations and procedures
Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, district staff, parents and community members
Conduct post-trip inspection: verify that all passengers have departed, close windows and refuel school van
Maintain and submit daily van logs; maintain, complete and submit all forms, records, and other reports as required
Clean interior and exterior of vehicle according to department procedures and perform other such maintenance requirements as department procedure requires
Assist passengers in exiting school vans through appropriate emergency exits during drills and in case of emergency
Operate and maintain district vehicles and equipment as required; consequently, insuring their safe and proper use, protecting the interest of the district regarding pilferage, loss, theft or abuse of all district vehicles, equipment and materials
Obtain and maintain all licenses and certificates necessary to accomplish assigned duties and responsibilities
Comply with district safety rules and regulations
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Minimum of 21 (twenty-one) years of age

· Possess a valid Washington State driver’s license

· Meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform duties

· Minimum of 5 (five) years driving experience

· Maintain valid CPR/First Aid card

· WA State Background and fingerprints

· Pre-employment and random Drug and Alcohol test

The Mary M Knight School District No. 311 does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts: and other designated youth groups.

Inquiries regarding compliance or complaints of alleged discrimination Civil Rights Compliance: Superintendent Matt Mallery mmallery@mmk.wednet.edu. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Principal Josh Stoney jstoney@mmk.wednet.edu. Title IX Compliance Officer: Laurie Seymour lseymour@mmk.wednet.edu. Tel # 360-426-6767