School Bus Driver - PRN as needed (Arlington)

Texas Leadership

AR OPERATIONS

- Arlington, Texas This job is also posted in Region 18 Education Service Center Consortium, Texas Charter School Association, and Texas Leadership

Job Details

Job ID:

5006234

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Immediately

Job Description

TEXAS LEADERSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Job Title:

Bus Driver

Department:

Operations

Reports To:

Transportation Supervisor FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

GENERAL PURPOSE

All Bus Drivers are to ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned routes. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

Vehicle Operation

Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules

Perform daily safety and maintenance checks and keep supervisory informed of any issues

Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Compile required reports

Perform minor maintenance duties and keep assigned bus clean and fueled

Student Management

Take student attendance on the school bus

See that student's board and leave the bus, and cross the street in a safe and orderly manner.

Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations

Maintain discipline; Communicate with teachers and parents on a regular basis regarding student behavior while on bus

Safety

Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses

Maintain all emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar and reflector.

Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately

Install snow chains during inclement weather

Other

Properly communicate with transportation office

Operate bus during irregular hours as needed

Keep safety certification current through training programs required

Be honest, trustworthy and respectful

Demonstrate sound work ethics and cultural sensitivity

Be flexible

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Licenses or Certifications:

Must possess a valid Texas Commercial Driver's License and outstanding driving record

Must possess a valid Texas School Bus Driving Safety certificate

Must have an up to date medical physical

Required Knowledge of:

Highway and school bus regulations

How to deal with the various needs of children

Scheduling and record keeping system

Required Skill in:

Analytical and problem solving

Time management

Effective listening, verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands /

Work Environment:

Work requires sitting for long periods of time

Intense concentration is required, particularly in poor driving conditions

Position Type:

Full-Time

Job Requirements