School Bus Driver: Safe Rides & Field Trips

Gallup-McKinley County Schools; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 25,192 - 39,621; Full time

Job summary

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to safely transport students and staff on scheduled routes and field trips. You will perform daily bus inspections, refuel and clean as needed, and ensure passenger safety and orderly conduct on all trips.

The role requires a valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, a DMV license, and a High School Diploma or GED. Training and ongoing professional development are provided, with a 192-contract day year and 5–7.5 hour

Qualifications

• Knowledge of traffic laws and safe driving practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and maintain route schedules.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives a school bus on designated routes during school days.
• Transports students and staff on field trips and activities.
• Performs pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance checks.
• Maintains student order and discipline according to policies.
• Completes records and reports as required and participates in trainings.

Skills

Traffic laws

Communication

Time management

Discipline

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to safely transport students and staff on scheduled routes and field trips. You will perform daily bus inspections, refuel and clean as needed, and ensure passenger safety and orderly conduct on all trips.

The role requires a valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, a DMV license, and a High School Diploma or GED. Training and ongoing professional development are provided, with a 192-contract day year and 5–7.5 hour