School Bus Driver

Tempe Elementary School District No. 3

Tempe (AZ)

On-site

USD 2,791,017

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local school district is seeking a full-time School Bus Driver in Tempe, Arizona. The role involves transporting students safely, conducting bus inspections, and maintaining order during trips. Applicants must possess a High School Diploma, a clean driving record, and an Arizona Commercial Driver’s License. Additional certifications in First Aid and CPR are required. The position offers a salary of $20.26 per hour and involves working 193 days a year.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years old with at least 1 year driving experience.
Ability to pass physical agility test and obtain certifications.
Clean driving record is required.

Responsibilities

Transport students to and from school and special events safely.
Inspect bus before and after each trip.
Maintain cleanliness of bus inside and outside.
Interact positively with students to ensure safety.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Communication skills

Ability to manage students with disabilities

Quick decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Arizona State Commercial Driver’s License

First Aid and CPR certifications

Job description

School Bus Driver

Tempe School District No.3 Brogan Center - Transportation - Tempe, Arizona

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Job Details

Job ID: 4709847

Application Deadline: Mar 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Feb 19, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: School Bus Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION: Operate a school bus over designated routes within an established time schedule; transport students to and from school and on special trips in a safe manner.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or experience equivalent to a High School Diploma or GED
Must be at least 18 years of age with at least 1 year driving experience and a clean driving record
Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, an Arizona State Commercial Driver’s License
Must possess a State of Arizona Identity Verified (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card
Successfully pass physical agility test and District certification in Nonviolent Physical Crisis Intervention, CPR and First Aid

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Transport students to and from school and on special event trips in a safe manner.
Conduct detailed pre- and post-trip inspection of the bus; check and monitor the condition of the bus, ensure it is safe to operate.
Keep bus clean inside and out; sweep and mop floors, and clean windows to ensure good visibility.
Pick up and deliver students curb side in appropriate manner.
Interact with students, maintaining good student/driver relationship; maintain order and ensure safety and comfort of students.
Complete misconduct forms if necessary and prepare accident or injury reports.
Educate and conduct bus evacuation drills for regular and special education students.
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

Knowledge of safe driving practices and techniques.
Knowledge of motor vehicle and traffic laws.
Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR procedures and other emergency procedures.
Knowledge of safety and maintenance requirements of bus and other student transportation equipment.
Knowledge of the safe operations of various wheelchairs and other types of mobility devices.
Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Skill in communicating clearly both verbally and in writing.
Ability to assist children with limited ability on and off the school bus.
Ability to manage students with various disabilities to include physical and mental impairments in emotional situations.
Ability to make quick decisions, related to a child’s health and well-being.
Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger, Air Brake, and School Bus and Endorsements.
Ability to obtain Department of Public Safety School Bus Certification.
Ability to pass Department of Transportation Physical and/or annual and random drug screens and alcohol testing.
Ability to obtain First Aid and CPR certifications.
Ability to obtain a Department of Public Safety Classroom and Behind the Wheel instructor certification.
Ability to deal rationally with school aged children.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Dangerous machinery and/or hazardous chemicals
Exposure to extreme weather conditions
Potential physical harm and verbal abuse
Highly exposed to body fluids, germs, poor personal hygiene
Potential exposure to infectious disease
Exposure to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, intense noise

PHYSICAL EFFORT