Bus Driver

Young World Physical Education; Big Sandy (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Big Sandy, Texas, is seeking a full-time Bus Driver to operate school buses safely on assigned routes. Responsibilities include managing student behavior, adhering to traffic laws, performing safety inspections, and ensuring students' safe boarding and exiting. Candidates must hold a valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger and School Bus endorsements. The position requires effective communication and management skills, as well as the ability to navigate using maps and GPS.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route.
• Instruct students on safe entering and exiting.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations.

Skills

Map and GPS navigation

Communication

Student behavior management

Education

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

Job description

Bus Driver

Harmony ISD District Office - Big Sandy, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5684798

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: May 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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
• 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 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 situation 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.
  • Install snow chains during inclement weather.
  • 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.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Teresa Bradshaw, Transportation Director
• District Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]