School Transportation Supervisor Certification Program
Course Schedule
All registrations for online/distant learning and in-person courses must be received NO LATER than two business days before the class begins. Late registrations will not be accepted.
Please visit the Registration page for important information regarding walk-in registration for in-person courses and expectations for online courses.
management & supervisory skills
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7001-SP21-1 | 1/25; 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22; 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 | 5pm-8pm | Sue Johnson | $853 | Online Canvas |
ST-7001-SP21-2 | 4/10, 4/17, 4/24; 5/1, 5/8, 5/15 | 8am-12:30pm | Ron Sanasac | $853 | Online Webex |
transporting students with disabilities
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7002-SP21-1 | 2/20, 2/27; 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 | 8am-11:30am | Ron Sanasac | $668 | Online Webex |
ST-7002-SP21-2 | 4/12, 4/19, 4/26; 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Ingrid Reitano | $668 | Online Webex |
codes, statutes & regulations
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7003-SP21-1 | 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26; 2/2 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Jerry Ford | $483 | Online Webex |
ST-7003-SP21-2 | 1/9, 1/16, 1/23, 1/30* | 9am-1pm; 9am-12pm* | Gretchen Biancone | $483 | Online Webex |
employee training & safety education
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7004-SP21-1 | 2/1, 2/8, 2/22; 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Ingrid Reitano | $668 | Online Webex |
ST-7004-SP21-2 | 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30; 4/6, 4/13 | 5pm-8pm | Doug Guillen | $668 | Online Webex |
emergency management
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7005-SP21-1 | 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28 | 5pm-8pm | Sue Johnson | $390 | Online Canvas |
ST-7005-SP21-2 | 1/19, 1/26; 2/2, 2/9 | 5pm-8pm | Doug Guillen | $390 | Online Webex |
financial operations
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7006-SP21-1 | 2/20, 2/27; 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27 | 12pm-3pm | Ron Sanasac | $575 | Online Webex |
ST-7006-SP21-2 | 2/8, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27*; 3/6* | 9am-1pm; 9-12pm* | Gretchen Biancone | $575 | Online Webex |
fleet management
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7007-SP21-1 | 2/18, 2/25; 3/4, 3/11 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Rich Skibitski | $390 | Online Webex |
ST-7007-SP21-2 | 4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | John Gaskill | $390 | Online Webex |
routing and scheduling
Course Code | Dates | Time | Instructor | Fee | Location |
ST-7008-SP21-1 | 3/31; 4/7, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28; 5/5 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Rich Skibitski | $575 | Online Webex |
ST-7008-SP21-2 | 5/18, 5/25; 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/22 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | John Gaskill | $575 | Online Webex |
OVERVIEW
The eight core courses of this program is mandatory training for New Jersey School Transportation Supervisors. This certificate program is a cooperative effort between Rutgers Center for Government Services and the School Transportation Supervisors of New Jersey, is designed to meet the professional and educational needs of school district transportation supervisors, bus contractors, and those interested in enhancing their knowledge in these areas.
Management and Supervisory Skills
27 hours
This course covers the roles, responsibilities, and relationships of a manager with staff, other departments, and administrators. The course explores topics and skills that are necessary to oversee the school transportation function in areas such as management, human resources, and communication. Topics include strategic planning; hiring, evaluating, and disciplining employees; identifying and forming a leadership style; motivating staff; building team relationships; and building internal and external communication networks.
Transporting Students with Disabilities
21 hours
Transporting students with disabilities requires special knowledge and skills. Course topics include related laws and regulations, understanding the Individual Education Program (IEP), identifying roles and responsibilities within the transportation department, preparing for and responding to emergencies, safe loading and unloading practices using adaptive equipment, and strategies for effective communication and behavioral management.
Codes, Statutes and Regulations
15 hours
This course discusses the regulatory codes, statutes, and rules that govern the school transportation department's operations. Instructors explore the various rules and regulations, how they are developed, and how they impact the daily functions of the department.
Employee Training and Safety Education
21 hours
This course discusses the development of effective school bus driver and student training programs. School bus driver training topics include general vehicle training, drug and alcohol testing, blood borne pathogens, accident reporting, defensive driving, and more. Additional course topics include selecting appropriate methods for developing and delivering effective school bus driver and student training.
Emergency Management
12 hours
Course attendees will learn the steps involved in developing an emergency plan for their department. The course explains emergency management on all levels, including district, municipal, and state responsibilities. Additional topics include the types of emergencies, communication, and accident procedures.
Financial Operations
18 hours
This course covers the financial components related to school transportation. Topics include accounting and budget, payroll, state aid, bidding, and contracting for transportation services.
Fleet Management
12 hours
This course discusses the various components of overseeing the Transportation Maintenance Department. Topics include preparing for NJ Motor Vehicle inspection, garage safety, PEOSHA regulations, and types of equipment used for special needs transportation.
Routing and Scheduling
18 hours
Students will learn the aspects of safely developing bus routes and criteria for establishing bus stops. Other topics include bus routing, routing techniques, types of routes, route analysis, creative scheduling, and system efficiency.
Contact Information
Priscilla Hamilton
Program Assistant
848-932-4746
E-mail