Bus Driver Pool

Young World Physical Education

Bay City (TX)

On-site

USD 18,450

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver in Bay City, Texas. The role requires operating a school bus and ensuring the safe transportation of students. Responsibilities include adhering to schedules, managing student behavior, and maintaining bus safety. Candidates must possess a valid Texas commercial driver’s license, pass background checks, and fulfill safety training requirements. This position is non-exempt and offers a daily rate of $100.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age.
Satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check.
Ability to pass U.S. Department of Transportation alcohol and drug tests.

Responsibilities

Drive bus daily following assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
Supervise students while they board and leave the bus.
Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to operate bus

Ability to complete required bus driver safety training

Ability to use GPS

Education

Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements

Tools

Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

Two-way radio

Job description

Sub. Bus Driver Pool

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Job Details

Job ID: 5334460

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 13, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Sub. Bus Driver

Exemption Status / Test: Non-exempt

Reports to: Transportation Supervisoror Chief Operations Officer

Department/ School: Transportation

Daily Rate: $100.00

Primary Purpose:

Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated locations.

Qualifications

Education / Certification

Clear and valid Texas commercial driver’s license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee.

Special Knowledge / Skills

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 Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to follow routes and locate addresses
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to operate bus

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Vehicle Operation

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 corresponding reports.

Student Management

Instruct students on safe entering, exiting, and passenger rules and regulations. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
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.
Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants.

Safety

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
Install snow chains during inclement weather.
Maintain safety certification.

Other

Operate and monitor two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office and other drivers.
Complete and maintain accurate, up-to-date, and timely records and reports including but not limited to those related to bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Tools / Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling

Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching

Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis

Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Bay City ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law.

Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

Position Type: Substitute

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