Job Description

"Littleton Public Schools - Big enough to serve you; small enough to know you."

Littleton Public Schools (LPS) is a premier school district located a few miles south of downtown Denver. With approximately 13,000 students, LPS offers a comprehensive education from preschool through Grade 12 at ten elementary schools, four middle schools, three high schools, several alternative programs, a central preschool, and two charter schools. We welcome your interest to join our family and support our 100 Percent Goal: graduating 100 percent of LPS students prepared for meaningful postsecondary opportunities. With a history of close community ties and consistent support from our residents, LPS is not just a place to work but a destination for exceptional individuals to establish career long roots, develop professionally, and make meaningful contributions for our students. You belong here!

Our Bus Drivers typically drive 6:00a-9:00a and 2:00p-5:00p. We provide full-time benefits when you work 20 hours a week, which is what we guarantee. You can choose between Kaiser and Cigna for insurance. We provide the training for you to receive your CDL. This is the perfect job for retirees, stay-at-home parents, those running or starting their businesses, and those who simply enjoy children and supporting our LPS community with this amazing service. This job is fun and it is great for the extra income with holiday pay.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Safely transport students to and from school, activities and special events. Manage Student behavior and build positive relationships while driving and following all applicable Colorado Department of Education (CDE), District, Local, State and Federal laws, regulations and policies.
• Report student discipline information to the Terminal Manager or Director of Transportation.
• Maintain CPI Certificate in a Verbal Intervention Group.
• Maintain the interior and exterior cleanliness of the assigned vehicle by following guidelines set by the Transportation Department and appropriate governing agencies. Duties include cleaning up and properly disposing of bodily fluids/biohazard materials.
• Ensure the vehicle is in compliance with all Local, State and Federal laws, regulations and District policies by performing vehicle inspections beforeand after driving assignments. Report all Safety defects to District authorities.
• Maintain all required licenses, First Aid/CPR certificates and pass annual department tests to be eligible to drive a school bus, in accordance with all Colorado Department of Education (CDE), District, Local, State and Federal laws, regulations and policies.
• Maintain and produce reports, records and written documentation asrequired or requested by Transportation Director and/or designee.
• Report accidents, incidents, hazards, breakdowns and delays to dispatch or transportation manager by following district and department policies and procedures.
• Attend training classes and in-service meetings.
• Conduct emergency evacuations.
• Providing assistance on buses including students with special needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Starting Salary is Grade 6 at $22.98 per hour

BENEFIT INFORMATION
Littleton Public Schools offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 403(b), 401(k), and 457(b) retirement savings plans; and various leave and professional development programs. Additionally as a public employer, LPS participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.littletonpublicschools.net/o/lps/page/employee-benefits