Please complete this application to be considered for substitute bus driver positions.  

 

Substitute Bus Driver opportunities offer great flexibility for those who desire part-time work (approximately 4.5 hours/day).  Substitute employment often leads to regular employment, which offers a full benefits package for part-time work.  

 

Please note the following requirements which must be completed prior to being hired as a substitute driver.    

 

Training:

Selected applicants will be offered training through Winchester Public Schools, which includes the following:

• Classroom Instruction - The next training date is to be determined.
• Behind-the-wheel instruction - Follows successful completion of classroom instruction.

 

Employment Requirements:

• Obtain a CDL Learner's Permit prior to the start of classroom instruction.  A permit with the following classification and endorsements is required prior to the start of Behind-the-wheel training: 
• Class B
• Air Brakes – vehicle equipped with air brakes
• School Bus – S
• Passenger - P
• Submit current driving record that reflects the following:
• 0-5 safe driving points
• No DUI record within the past 5 years and no more than 2 moving violations within 1 year
• Successful completion of criminal record and background check
• Able to pass required school bus physical and pre-employment drug test
• Able to safely operate all busses in the WPS fleet

Pay:

 

During training, the pay rate is $12.00 per hour.  Upon completion of training requirements, pay is $16.53 per hour, Step 1 of the bus driver scale.  The daily work schedule averages 4 ½ hours per day, as needed.