School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

The Bus Driver

15 Years Experience

South, ..

Female, 37

I have been a bus driver since late 2006. I know the inside story, the scoop, the down low dirt of what it takes to be a bus driver, how to handle kids and adults, and how to survive on the "streets" so to speak. I used to have a blog, feel free to browse it or ask me a question here.

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Last Answer on February 07, 2021

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Have you ever had to delete a rude, dumb, troll, and/or irrelevant question?

Asked by Johnson about 6 years ago

Yep.

What would happen if you pulled the parking brake at 60 MPH?

Asked by Jonsnsnsjsksk about 6 years ago

The bus makes a beeping noise and it engages slowly to slow the bus down.

Is it true that some bus drivers pull in to a school and wait 30 minutes even a hour just to be the first ones there? If you where a supervisor would you allow buses to wait as long as some do?

Asked by Rodney over 5 years ago

Yes it's true at least for my district. Personally that is on individual bus drivers call but as for me I am not a babysitter therefore i refuse to wait any longer than i have to.

What is the worst bus you have ever drove?

Asked by Lol about 6 years ago

I've had my share of bad buses. Probably one that I've had to call the cops to

So okay there is this bus driver who only lets us sit triple as a last resort. I understand the safety concerns but thats not the weird part. She said its weird for two guys or two girls to have their butts touching.

Asked by Confused over 5 years ago

Some drivers have old fashioned rules but it doesn't mean that they are wrong. Generally though to avoid harassment or problems I will sit boys with boys and girls with girls.

What is better Bluebird, IC, Thomas, Lion, or some other manufacturer?

Asked by TT almost 6 years ago

We have Bluebirds and International bluebirds on our yard. I don't have experience with any other type of bus.

Can I ask the bus driver not to have my child to sit with another child? The other child is mean to my child. The child push my child up against the window. Should I call the bus company or ask the bus driver?

Asked by Mimi almost 6 years ago

I would speak with the driver first. Be careful accusing other kids of actions. The bus is a very delicate balancing act.