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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How cool is it to drive in the dark morning when it’s Christmas time and all the Christmas decorations are lit up and everything is all lit up down the street.

Asked by Yoooodooooodole over 6 years ago

Honestly, it's my favorite time of year because i never know which houses will decorate and go all out. I love it.

Why do you not like unions very much?

Asked by Rosemary about 7 years ago

Unions have their benefits and disadvantages. It depends on the state you live in as to how well a union would work for you.

Why do not all buses have yellow warning lights only the reds? So it’s harder to know when the bus is approaching a stop Especially in rural areas.

Asked by Mile almost 7 years ago

It depends on the manufacturer and state regulations as to what is required to be on a bus.

Do people ever raise hell about when the bus stop is in their driveway? Does the district ask notify the home owners and ask them if its okay or do they just put kids out there. I heard a story of a very irate man chasing kids off his driveway.

Asked by I almost 7 years ago

Generally bus stops are decided either by the driver or by the district. If someone has a problem with the location of the stop they just need to contact the district.

Can a bus driver slap the stupid out of a kid?

Asked by Honnie about 7 years ago

We wish we could but we can't.

Do kids get you sick very often?

Asked by Redneck over 6 years ago

I generally have a decent immune system thanks to the germ tube i drive. But occasionally a sickness gets through my immunity and knocks me for a loop. Usually happens once a year or every other year.

Does the people who ride your bus know you have this Q&A forum?

Asked by Carson almost 7 years ago

Not that i know of.