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SPARE BUS DRIVERS - PART TIME FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE

@ Annapolis Valley Regional Centre For Education

Berwick, Nova Scotia

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Overview

Annapolis Valley Regional Centre For Education is hiring spare school bus drivers on an as-needed basis across West Hants, Kings and Annapolis Counties. The work is part-year (September to June) and about 5 hours per day, mainly morning and afternoon runs on instructional days, with optional extra-curricular trips. The posting states the role is on call and part-time with a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities:

  • Drive school buses with air brakes on assigned routes
  • Ensure safety and discipline of passengers
  • Perform daily cleaning, washing and pre-trip inspections
  • Drive extra-curricular trips when available

Requirements summary:

  • Minimum 19 years of age
  • Current Nova Scotia Class 2B licence with air brake endorsement
  • Clean driving record and up-to-date medical and vision tests
  • Good communication and professional conduct

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Employer posting date
2026-10-30
First seen by our source
2026-11-05
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentTransportation & driving
Hours per week5
Scheduleday, evening
Travelair: none · ground: minimal
Work settingVehicle, School
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer none
Licences & certificationsAir brake endorsement, Driver abstract
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdriving record

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Job description

Individuals who enjoy driving and working with children may be interested in working as a Spare Bus Driver!

Spare School Bus Drivers are required on an “as needed” basis to support operations in the Annapolis Valley Centre for Education, throughout West Hants, Kings and Annapolis Counties. School buses travel on paved and unpaved roads in a variety of weather. Spare Bus Drivers are on call for a part-year (during September - June) and part-time (5 hours per day) and typically drive a morning and/or afternoon run for instructional days. Spare Bus Drivers may also opt to drive hours for extra- or co-curricular events.

Spare Bus Drivers safely drive school buses with air brakes on assigned routes and extra-curricular trips, are responsible for the safety and discipline of passengers, daily routine maintenance including cleaning and washing, pre-trip inspection of the vehicle, and compliance with all AVRCE and government policies, regulations, and legislation.

Spare Bus Drivers must be a minimum of 19 years of age, have a current Nova Scotia Operator’s License Class 2B with air brake endorsement, a clean driving record, and up-to-date medical and vision tests. They should possess good communication skills, demonstrate reliability and interact courteously and professionally with students, parents/guardians, and staff. Please upload with application a current Driver Abstract.

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