Bus Driver
Central Heights ISD Central Heights Transportation - Nacogdoches, Texas
Job ID: 5701661
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: May 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026
Job Description
Morning and Afternoon Bus Route(s) Available with Opportunities for Extracurricular and Field Trip Driving.
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/Special Knowledge and Skills
- 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 GPS and locate addresses
- Ability to manage student behavior
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
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.
- Use effective behavior management to control 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.
- 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
- Supervise assigned teacher aide(s), if applicable.
Position Type
Part-Time
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
- Jonathan Saunders , Transportation Director
- Central Heights High School
- Email: jonathan.saunders@centralhts.net