Bus Driver (26-27 SY)-Transportation

Young World Physical Education; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 33,172 - 48,918; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a part-time Bus Driver in Irving, Texas. The role involves ensuring student safety during transport, maintaining discipline, and adhering to safety protocols. Applicants must have a valid Texas Commercial Driver License and preferably one year of experience in a related field. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $24.08 to $35.51 and requires strong communication skills and a satisfactory driving record.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Pass an annual physical examination.
• Possess a CDL License and school bus certification or must obtain a CDL and bus driver certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently delivers students to and from schools.
• Maintains discipline and reports student behavior problems.
• Inspects the entire bus for students after each route.

Skills

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to follow instructions

Satisfactory driving record

Ability to speak and understand English

Ability to hear and respond verbally

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid Texas Commercial Driver License - Class A or B

DOT physical Medical Examiners Certificate

Tools

School bus

Job description

Bus Driver (26-27 SY)-Transportation

Irving ISD TRANSPORTATION - Irving, Texas

Job Details

Job ID: 5668954

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 24, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $24.08 to $35.51 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Description

IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Bus Driver

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

FUNDING SOURCE: Local

REPORTS TO: Operations Manager

PAY GRADE: Transportation 5

DUTY DAYS: 187

DEPARTMENT: Transportation

DATE REVISED: August 2023

Position is eligible for a Letter of Assurance.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Is responsible for students’ safety and orderly transportation on assigned routes of the Irving Independent School District. Operates a school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or designated locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution (preferred) or fully certified with a Class A or B CDL with P and S endorsements and the 20-hour Bus Safety Certificate.
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver License - Class A or B, including P and S endorsements – insurable by Irving ISD’s insurance carrier (preferred).
• State Bus Driver’s certification course (preferred).
• DOT physical Medical Examiners Certificate (preferred).
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Ability to follow instructions (written and verbal).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Pass an annual physical examination.
• Possess a CDL License and school bus certification or must obtain a CDL and bus driver certification within 90 days of employment.
• District instructed safety and operational procedure training.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to speak and understand English and to read, write and comprehend instructions.
• Ability to hear and respond verbally to acts of disruption and safety and behavior concerns.

Minimum Experience: One year of experience in a related field preferred.

Major Responsibilities and Job Duties

• Safely and efficiently delivers students to and from schools by following assigned bus routes, adhering to established schedules, and obeying all traffic laws.
• Maintains safety precautions when students are boarding and departing buses using hand-operated door mechanisms.
• Maintains discipline and reports student discipline problems to the appropriate Administrator.
• Maintains a current record of assigned routes and stops, including required seating charts for elementary and junior high students.
• Performs prompt, quick bus evacuations of students in emergencies.
• Keeps the bus’s interior clean and always maintains an appropriate fuel level in the bus.
• Inspects the entire bus for students after each route and before returning to the Transportation facility.
• Operates cell phone equipment and communicates with the Transportation Office.
• Checks the bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and immediately reports any abnormality or malfunction.
• Reports involvement in an accident, vehicle damage, and student injuries immediately and completes required reports.
• Administers basic first aid when necessary.
• Completes specialized training opportunities made available through the Transportation Department (e.g., CPR, first-aid, behind-the-wheel training, discipline management procedures).
• Maintains positive rapport with students, administrators, teachers, staff, and parents.
• Understands and observes state laws pertaining to vehicle safety.
• Attends required staff development and monthly safety meetings as the Administration and Director requires.
• Assumes responsibility for personal daily timecards.
• Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Follows all rules, regulations, and policies of the Irving Independent School District.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Operates school buses and all specialized equipment identified to accommodate special needs students.

Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; frequent kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; with extended reaching above the head.

Motion: Frequent climbing and walking; driving in reverse 2% of the time, which requires twisting the upper body and neck while driving. Frequent lifting and pulling on the lever used to open and close the bus door.

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs.; team lifting is not likely to exceed 150 lbs.

Environment: Exposure to inclement weather, including heat, cold, rain, and snow; loads and unloads vehicle, making frequent stops; ability to safely exit the rear of the bus from 4’ elevation; operates vehicles (up to 60,000 lbs.) up to 100 miles per day in rural and city traffic. Climb steps in and out of bus up to 16 times per route from a 20’ elevation (3 routes daily), ability to walk 35 yards within 25 seconds; occasional prolonged and irregular hours.

Mental Demands: Effective communication skills (both verbal and written); maintain effective control over groups of students; respond appropriately in emergency situations; maintain emotional control under stressful conditions.

Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to the supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Preceding statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.