Bus Driver (2026-2027 School Year)

Job Description Revised: 06/23/2025

Position Title: Bus Driver Job Title: Bus Driver Function: Transportation Family: Operations

Reports to: Director Transportation Pay Grade: N05 Terms of Employment:

• 183 days per year.
• At-Will employment agreement.
• Salary is in the pay grade N05 on the Non- Exempt SAISD Compensation Plan.
• Entry hourly is at $18.00 with consideration for directly related experience.
• Guaranteed a minimum of 20 hours per week. Full employee benefits FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Funding Source: This position is locally funded

Position Summary

Operate school bus or other vehicles in a safe, efficient and orderly transportation of students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location as assigned to meet the needs of the district.

Essential Functions / Key Responsibilities

1. Operate bus and all related equipment in a safe and efficient manner, obeying all traffic laws in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
2. Report involvement in any accident/incident, job related injury, or passenger injury to immediate supervisor within required timeline. Complete required reports.
3. Maintain bus, perform pre-trip inspections, and report mechanical problems, damage to bus (interior and exterior).
4. Drive assigned bus routes and extracurricular activity routes as designated.
5. Must be available to work AM and PM school routes, field trips, and other assignments as directed by the Transportation Department.
6. Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
7. Assist students with the load/unload process following prescribed policies and procedures.
8. Supervise behavior of children while on the bus applying effective student management techniques and report misconduct to appropriate administrator/supervisor.
9. Instruct students on safe riding rules and responsibilities as riders including emergency bus evacuation.
10. Establish and maintain good rapport with students, parents, school personnel and co-workers.
11. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, vehicle, and all related equipment in accordance with the pre-trip requirement.
12. Report conditions to supervisor that impact your route.
13. Assist with securing appropriate child safety restraint systems.
14. Attend and complete required training.
15. Maintain certification as Texas Bus Driver by the Texas Education Agency
16. Compile, maintain and file all reports, records, and other required documents applicable to position.

Job Description Revised: 06/23/2025

17. Perform other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or regional accrediting agency) OR valid Texas Class "B" or "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• Valid Texas Class "B" or "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with required endorsements for school bus driver OR class "C" driver's license. Employee hired with "C" driver's license must obtain the class "B" CDL license with all required endorsements within 60 calendar days of employment
• Safe driving record verified by Texas Department of Public Safety (meets and maintains liability coverage eligibility)
• At least 21 years of age
• Must reside in the state of Texas
• Must obtain School Bus Driver Certification (Texas Department of Public Safety) within 90 days calendar days of employment
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to meet alcohol and controlled substance testing requirements set forth by Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991
• Ability to pass annual medical examination per Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively including performing basic mathematical skills as related to interpreting map written route procedures and completing reports
• Ability to manage student behaviors
• Keep informed of and comply with state, district, and federal policies, laws and procedures including daily attendance, punctuality, and confidentiality.
• Ability to demonstrate the following core values: integrity, high expectations, commitment, respect, dedication to teamwork and passion for a student-centered environment.

Working Conditions

Work Environment:

• Computer, computer software programs and peripherals, teacher resource materials and equipment, copier, fax, and other equipment applicable to position.
• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold), humidity extremes, noise. Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases, bacteria, insects, mold, fungi, etc.

Physical Demands/Requirements:

• Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions/deadlines; frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, balancing, pulling and pushing; reaching, repetitive hand motions, hearing, speaking clearly, visual acuity and prolonged data input; occasional lift/carry light, moderate 15-44 pounds.

Supervisory Responsibilities / Direct Reports

Job Description Revised: 06/23/2025

• None

San Antonio ISD is committed to non-discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, culture, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, appearance, immigration/citizenship status, home language, socioeconomic status, or disability in its educational programs, services, and District business functions.

Information on persons designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies can be found within SAISD Board Policies DIA(EXHIBIT) or FFH(EXHIBIT), available online at: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176.

San Antonio ISD está comprometido a no discriminar por motivos de raza, color, origen étnico, cultura, religión, origen nacional, edad, sexo, identidad sexual, expresión de género, orientación sexual, apariencia, estado inmigratorio/de ciudadanía, idioma natal, estado socioeconómico o discapacidad en sus programas educativos, servicios y funciones de negocios del Distrito.

La información sobre las personas designadas para manejar consultas sobre las políticas de no discriminación se encuentra bajo las Políticas de la Junta Directiva DIA (Prueba documental) o FFH (Prueba documental) de SAISD, disponible en línea bajo: https://pol.tasb.org/PolicyOnline?key=176

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