School Bus Driver — Safe Routes, Flexible Hours

Alief Independent School District; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Alief Independent School District in Houston, TX seeks a 2026-2027 Bus Driver- Non CDL to operate school buses and transport students on assigned routes.

This role requires completing TEA School Bus Driver certification, meeting DOT drug testing, maintaining safety protocols, inspecting vehicles, and communicating with schools.

The position emphasizes reliability, flexibility in hours, and ability to manage student behavior while following district procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must submit to prescribed DOT drug testing program.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Must be insurable under fleet policy restrictions.
• Must have an annual physical examination.
• Able to perform occasional physical labor.
• Able to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to use maps and other systems to follow routes and locate addresses.
• Able to manage student behavior.
• Able to communicate effectively with others.
• Able to work flexible hours as needed.
• Able to drive on major highways and interstates.
• Able to operate the bus.

Responsibilities

• Operate the vehicle in a safe, efficient manner while following the assigned route, exactly as written and adhering to established schedules.
• 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.
• Communicate with the schools, students and community in a positive manner as to encourage their cooperation and respect.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.
• 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.
• Help students with disabilities get on and off bus according to their individual needs.

Skills

18+ years old

DOT drug testing

bus safety training

insurable fleet

annual physical

route navigation

customer communication

flexible hours

drive on highways

operate bus

Education

Valid Class C Driver's License

TEA School Bus Driver certification class

Job description

Alief Independent School District in Houston, TX seeks a 2026-2027 Bus Driver- Non CDL to operate school buses and transport students on assigned routes.

This role requires completing TEA School Bus Driver certification, meeting DOT drug testing, maintaining safety protocols, inspecting vehicles, and communicating with schools.

The position emphasizes reliability, flexibility in hours, and ability to manage student behavior while following district procedures.