Bus Driver

Ensure the safe and orderly transportation of students to and from school and to designated locations as assigned. Perform all activities in a manner that ensure the safety of assigned students and other authorized persons. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as, district policies procedures and regulations. Essential Functions Transport students to and from their required destination in a safe and courteous manner. Follow assigned routes and adhere to established policies, procedures, and guidelines. Inspect bus for safety or mechanical problems prior to each trip. Inspect first aid kit, blood borne pathogens kit and fire extinguisher to ensure they are complete, current and ready for operation. Keep assigned bus clean and fueled. Supervise students while they board and exit the bus and cross the street. Assist students boarding and exiting the bus, as needed. Maintain order and safety among the students on the bus in coordination with the bus attendant, as assigned. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations, and enforce the 10-point "Riding Privilege" rules posted in the bus. Report student discipline problems to the appropriate administrator. Attend and complete required training programs to include cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, state certification course(s) and the district's defensive driving classes to maintain safety certification. Report all accidents, vehicles damage, student inquiries, and mechanical failures in accordance with the department's Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Complete required forms and reports on a daily basis and take bus student attendance as required by law. Observe and follow all traffic laws and safety regulations. Operate two-way radio equipment on official business to communicate with transportation office. Inspect the bus after each trip to ensure that all passengers have exited the bus. Check that all windows and doors are securely locked and the engine, radio, and lights are turned off. Maintain positive working relationship with team, campuses, and/or agencies. Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job. Other Responsibilities Participate in professional development activities as required by the district. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals. Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) OR must be obtained within a year of employment with the district; valid Texas or New Mexico Non-Excepted Interstate Commerce Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class "A" or "B" with a "P" and "S" endorsement. (Ysleta ISD Transportation Department will assist with the "P" and "S" endorsements which must be acquired within 60 days of employment.) Must be insurable by the district's automobile liability insurance carrier. Must have effective communication, interpersonal skills and possess ability to manage student behavior; ability to read, write, understand and speak English. Must be able to complete required bus driver safety training. Positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License are subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress. Requires continual sitting; requires moderate standing, bending, reaching, kneeling and squatting. Must possess ability, skill, patience and understanding to work with students who have disabilities. Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 50 lbs. or more repeatedly during the course of work hours. #J-18808-Ljbffr