Bus Driver - 4 Day Work Week $22 per hour

La Vernia ISD; La Vernia (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

La Vernia ISD Transportation is seeking a Bus Driver to operate school buses on assigned routes in La Vernia, Texas. The position offers a four-day work week and an hourly rate of $22.

The driver will transport students and authorized persons, follow schedules, and ensure safety. Applicants must have a Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, be at least 18, and pass DOT tests and medical exams. Training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must have Texas CDL with P and S endorsements.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass DOT tests and medical exam.
• Ability to complete required safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Drive daily on assigned route following schedules.
• Transport students to and from activities and designated locations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report needed repairs.
• Maintain student safety and manage behavior as required.
• Complete records and reports of mileage and passengers transported.

Skills

CDL with P endorsement

School Bus endorsement

Strong communication

Passenger safety

Education

High School/Trade School degree preferred

Job description

Bus Driver - 4 Day Work Week $22 per hour

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Job Details

Job ID: 5925499
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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:

• 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

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

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, crow bar, 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.

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.
• All other duties as assigned by the Transportation Coordinator

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $22 Per Hour
Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brandon Mills , Director of Operations & Facilities
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]