Bus Driver Trainee - Transportation Dept 2026-2027 School Year

Aledo ISD; United States; On-site; USD 14,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local + State leave days 5/5 (prorated

AISD childcare, based on availability

Insurance contribution $330/month

Special Education Stipend

Job summary

Aledo ISD is seeking a Bus Driver Trainee for the 2026-2027 school year to provide safe student transportation on assigned routes. The role requires a valid Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, a clean driving record, and successful completion of required DOT health and safety checks.

Training must be completed within 60 days, with a start salary of $15.25 per hour and a schedule of 174 calendar days at 6 hours per day.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid Texas CDL with P and S endorsements.
• Must have a safe driving history.
• Must pass a DOT physical and required alcohol/drug testing.
• Must complete background qualification process.
• Must complete bus driver safety training within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate school bus and related equipment to transport students safely along the assigned route.

Skills

Follow instructions

GPS navigation

Student management

Communication

Safe driving

Tools

GPS device

Job description

Bus Driver Trainee - Transportation Dept 2026-2027 School Year JobID: 2376

• Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Driver
• Date Posted: 9/21/2026
• Location: Transportation

Starting Salary: $15.25 per hour
Work Schedule: 174 calendar days / 6 hours per day
Training Requirement: Bus driver training must be completed within 60 days.

Job Description & Work calendar Attached

Primary Purpose:

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

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a clear and valid Texas Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must have a safe driving history.
• Must be able to pass a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination and required alcohol and drug testing.
• Must successfully complete the required background qualification process.
• Must complete all required bus driver safety training within 60 days.

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• 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 effectively.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and others.
• Ability to safely operate a school bus and related equipment.
• 5 Local leave days + 5 State leave days. Prorated for part-time hours.
• AISD employee childcare. Based on availability.
• District paid $330/month insurance contribution for eligible employees. Contingent upon enrollment in a medical insurance plan.
• Special Education Stipend for Self Contained Teachers