Bus Driver - Transportation Department - 2025-2026

Judson Indep School District•Converse, TX

About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Assist in the attainment of District goals through safe and courteous supervision of children being transported between home and school.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent, preferred
Must be 21 years of age or older
Valid Texas Class “B” or “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsements for school bus driver (persons hired with class “C” driver’s license must obtain the class “B” CDL license with endorsements within 45 days of employment).
Safe driving record as verified by Texas Department of Public Safety (meet and maintain liability coverage eligibility)
Certification as Texas Bus Driver by the Texas Education Agency (requirement satisfied by successful completion of 20 hours Texas Department of Public Safety course)
Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check
Must meet alcohol and controlled substance testing requirements set forth by the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991
Must pass annual medical examination per Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of student discipline procedure
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to operate bus
Ability to understand instructions and communicate in basic English
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe transportation of students on school routes, program routes and field trips
Drive the school bus safely, following all applicable laws and district administrative policies and regulations governing the transportation of students
Check the vehicle before each trip to determine that it is in satisfactory operation condition
Keep windshields, lights and “School Bus” signs clear and visible, and keeps vehicle serviced
Notify dispatcher if bus is dirty after being used by another driver
Complete and maintain a daily maintenance list
Make timely reports, on district forms, of any mechanical problems
Care for the vehicle by keeping students informed of their responsibilities as riders
Keep the interior of the vehicle clean
Drive bus routes as approved and specified
Maintain good community relations by establishing proper rapport with all personnel and students
Maintain order and follow district regulations in an emergency situation
Maintain discipline on the bus at all times, and report daily any violations or misconduct of the students to the school principal or assistant principal
Maintain discipline and assist students while boarding or exiting the bus
Assign seats to all bus riders as applicable
Keep an updated copy of the bus route and emergency student rider form available
Help fasten appropriate child safety restraint systems
Attend all required training sessions
Drive a school bus with or without students on board
Perform other duties as assigned, based on department needs
Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
Ability to use personal computer to access district programs, emails, and other resources
Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
Ensure compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics
Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job