School Bus Driver: Safe Routes, Strong Student Impact

IDEA Public Schools; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Paid Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

IDEA Public Schools in Houston, TX seeks a qualified Bus Driver to transport students along scheduled routes, ensuring the safety of all passengers including special education students. You will operate the assigned school bus, perform daily safety checks, and maintain accurate route and mileage records.

The role requires a CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, completion of safety training, and eligibility to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Experience operating large passenger vehicles or equivalent.
• Valid CDL with class P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements.
• Completed bus driver safety training.
• Must be over 21 years old.
• Pass alcohol and drug tests.
• DOT Physical Examination.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports students.
• Drives a school bus on schedule and routes.
• Maintains order and discipline of passengers.
• Performs daily safety and operational inspections.
• Keeps mileage, routing, maintenance and time schedule records.
• Notifies delays to appropriate personnel.
• Ensures credentials are up to date.

Skills

Student safety

Communication

Discipline management

Flexible schedule

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

IDEA Public Schools in Houston, TX seeks a qualified Bus Driver to transport students along scheduled routes, ensuring the safety of all passengers including special education students. You will operate the assigned school bus, perform daily safety checks, and maintain accurate route and mileage records.

The role requires a CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, completion of safety training, and eligibility to work in the United States.