Rowan-Salisbury School System Bus Driver
Employee Evaluation
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Distinguished
This rating is given to employees who consistently exceed the majority of standards each and every time
they are applied. They are often called on to mentor or assist their colleagues. These employees take on
extra projects and tasks, need minimal supervision, are self-reflective of their performance and
demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of their position.
Above Standard Results exceeded most performance expectations. Consistently demonstrated competence at a high
level. May have been viewed as a role model and clearly stood out among peers relative to this position.
At Standard Results met all expectations(GOOD SOLID PERFORMANCE). Consistently demonstrated competence at
the expected level without assistance or direction from others.
Defensive Driving(Refer to Bus Observation )
1.Maintains appropriate following and stopping distance
2. Uses correct speeds in loading, school zones
and transportation
Job Knowledge
1. Demonstrates knowledge of Transportation Department
rules and procedures
2. Observes school rules and procedures
3. Uses correct speeds on roadways and 90 degree turns-10 mph
4. Demonstartes correct lane position including turns
5. Signals 300 ft in advance, scans ahead 12-15 secs, slows to warning
speeds on curves/intersections and ussues proper gap at stop signs/lights
3. Maintains confidentiality of student, family, and
staff information
4. Understands financial impact of decisions
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Safety Procedure
Communication
1. Consistently keeps bus clean(no food or drinks)
1. Listens attentively
2. Understands correct stop and load procedure 15 ft short
2. Understands and responds to oral and written
3. Understands correct railroad crossing procedure
4. Understands proper turnaround technique
5. Understands and performs complete pre and post trip checks
6. Appropriate use and operation of equipment
information in a timely manner
3. Communicates in a respectful and courteous manner with
school staff, district staff, parents and students
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6. Appropriate use of special needs equipment(if applicable)
7. Removes key and phone from bus after each route
8. Wears seatbelt correctly
9. Keeps driver area & aisles free of loose items
10.Performs bus evacuation drill as required
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Student Management
Customer Service
1. Driver communicates in a positive manner
1. Treats students in a kind and welcoming manner
2. Updates seating chart, accordingly
2. Represents Transportation Department in a
3. Driver has instructed students on safe stop procedures
4. Students sit properly with backpacks on lap, facing forward,
and legs out of aisle
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positive manner
3. Listens and responds appropriately to students
concerns and needs
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Below Standard
At Standard
Above Standard
Distinguished
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Below Standard
At Standard
Above Standard
Distinguished
Below Standard Results did not meet expectations. Did not demonstrate competence at the expected level.
Human Relations
1. Adheres to district dress code requirements
1. Handles difficult situations with courtesy and tact
2. Attends meetings as needed or required
2. Accepts direction, instruction and constructive
3. Maintains clean and neat appearance
correction in a positive manner
4. Remains professional in stressful situations
3. Works collaboratively; respectful and tolerant of diverse
5. Displays an interest and enthusiasm for the position
backgrounds and opinions
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Initiative
Attendance
1. Recognizes tasks that need completion and does them voluntarily
1. Uses sick and leave time appropriately
2. Makes appropriate decisions independently
2. Is punctual and begins work at designated time
3. Identifies problems and offers alternative
3. Adheres to scheduled clock in/out times
solutions
3. Notifies appropriate individuals in a timely manner when
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absence is necessary
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Safety / Sanitation
Follows Department Procedures
1. Follows health and sanitation standards consistently.
1. Adheres to bus driver handbook requirements
2. Notices and reports to supervisor unsafe conditions.
2. Completes log sheets correctly and turns them in daily
3. Follows good safety practices at all times for
3. Maintains an updated and accurate route sheet
self and others.
4. Follows directives from supervisors
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Below Standard
At Standard
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Distinguished
Professionalism