Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver South San Antonio Independent School District Transportation Dept. - San Antonio, Texas Job ID: 5688898 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Job Title: Bus Driver Reports to: Director of Transportation 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 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 Experience: None 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. Perform emergency evacuation of students on bus when the situations warrants. 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. 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, crowbar, 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. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. 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 Physical Demands Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling. Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching. Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis. Work around moving vehicles; regular irregular hours, and occasionally prolonged hours. 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. Position Type: Part-Time Salary: $19 to $19 Substitute Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources Department 5622 Ray Ellison Blvd. San Antonio, Texas 78242 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education