Afternoon Bus Driver (4 Day School Week)

Elkhart Independent School District; Elkhart (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Elkhart Independent School District is seeking an Afternoon Bus Driver to operate the school bus and related equipment for safe student transportation on assigned routes and special trips.

The role requires a valid Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, 18 years of age, and the ability to pass DOT drug/alcohol tests and safety training. You will follow routes, supervise students, and maintain records while ensuring safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to operate bus.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.
• Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain safety certification.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
• Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Skills

GPS navigation

Effective communication

Student management

Safety awareness

Route planning

Education

Texas commercial driver’s license with P & S endorsements

Tools

GPS

Two-way radio

Job description

Afternoon Bus Driver (4 Day School Week)

Elkhart Independent School District District Office / Administration Building - Elkhart, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Elkhart Independent School District, and ESC Region 7 Consortium Job Board

Job Details

Job ID: 5975722

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jan 5, 2027

Job Description

ELKHART INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Job Posting

Posting Date: 10/28/2026

Position Title: Afternoon Bus Driver

Location: Transportation

Beginning: January 2027

Reports to: Director of Transportation

Primary Purpose:

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Must be 18 years of age

Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam

Ability to complete required bus driver safety training

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to use maps and Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to communicate effectively with others Ability to operate bus

Experience:

None

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Vehicle Operation

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.

Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.

Anticipate problems such as traffic, weather, road conditions, and schedule changes and make necessary adjustments to ensure student safety and reduce delays.

Perform pre- and post-trip inspections according to specifications to ensure bus can be operated safely and notify supervisor of needed repairs. Keep assigned bus clean and maintain appropriate level of fuel.

Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical problems and complete required corresponding reports.

Student Management

Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.

Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

Maintain discipline and use effective behavior management control over groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student’s behavior when warranted.

Safety

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.

Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crowbar, and reflector.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.

Maintain safety certification.

Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.

Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Reviewed by Date

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

Elkhart ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Tana Herring, Director of Special Programs 301 East Parker St., Elkhart, Tx. 75839 [e-mail]

[Nombre de LEA] no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, discapacidad o edad en sus programas o actividades y brinda igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. La siguiente persona ha sido designada para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación: Tana Herring, Director of Special Programs, 301 East Parker St., Elkhart, Tx. 75839, [e-mail]

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Administration > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Tana Herring
• 301 E. Parker St.
• Elkhart, Texas 75839
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]