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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I heard a bus driver one time brake a kids E cigarette. Is that illegal?

Asked by Samantha almost 6 years ago

Tobacco products are forbidden on school property. Buses are school property. If a kid has an e-cig, its illegal. That being said, generally I would confiscate it and turn it in to administration. I've also been known to look the other way on certain runs when it's strictly highschool kids if they have dip or other items as long as they don't make a scene with it or are obnoxious about it. Basically don't blow a smoke cloud on my bus or you will get caught.

Also the administrators and supervisors would see it and if it was too harsh or too nice they could change or toss it out. They could still also make another punishment. It’s more work for them and sometimes they may not even get around to it.

Asked by 933738292 over 5 years ago

See my previous answer.

Is it a good tactic to intimidate and scare the kids into behaving?

Asked by Job almost 6 years ago

No

Do you think more buses should have jake brakes? I know some do but it is rare. What do you think?

Asked by Lennard almost 6 years ago

Most school buses are now automatic shifting so jake brakes are not necessary or needed.

How can I get the bus driver I want?

Asked by Owen almost 6 years ago

Live in the area in which they drive.

If you could not be a bus driver what would you do?

Asked by Dog lover almost 6 years ago

Find another job.

Is Cummins the best engine?

Asked by Nsnsbs over 5 years ago

I'm not really sure to be honest. That would be a question for a mechanic.