Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Central Heights ISD Central Heights Transportation - Nacogdoches, Texas

Job : 5701661

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: May 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Morning and Afternoon Bus Route(s) Available with Opportunities for Extracurricular and Field Trip Driving.

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.

• 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 GPS and locate addresses
• Ability to manage student behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with others

• 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.

• 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 situation warrants.
• Use effective behavior management to control groups of students. Report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator and communicate with teachers and parents regarding student’s behavior when warranted.

• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled route.
• Maintain safety certification.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• 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.

• Supervise assigned teacher aide(s), if applicable.

Part-Time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Jonathan Saunders , Transportation Director
• Central Heights High School
• Email: jon