School Bus Operator: Safe Transport & Student Support

International Leadership of Texas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

International Leadership of Texas (ILTexas) seeks a dependable school bus driver to transport students along assigned routes, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Requires Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, ability to manage student behavior, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, operating the bus, and coordinating with the transportation office to handle schedule changes and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• Must be 18 years of age
• Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests and annual physical exam
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to use maps and GPS to follow routes and locate addresses
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Ability to operate bus

Responsibilities

• Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhering to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• 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 reports.
• Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations.
• Supervise students while boarding and leaving the bus and crossing the street.
• Maintain discipline and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student behavior when warranted.
• Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when warranted.
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment and report hazardous conditions.
• Install snow chains during inclement weather.
• Maintain safety certification.
• Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
• Complete and maintain accurate records and reports including bus mileage, fuel, and passengers transported.
• Any and all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Age 18

DOT testing

GPS navigation

Student management

Communication

Safety training

Vehicle operation

Pre/post trip inspections

Education

Texas CDL with P & S endorsements

Tools

Two-way radio

GPS

Job description

International Leadership of Texas (ILTexas) seeks a dependable school bus driver to transport students along assigned routes, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Requires Texas CDL with P and S endorsements, ability to manage student behavior, and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, operating the bus, and coordinating with the transportation office to handle schedule changes and emergencies.