Bus Driver; Regular and Special Education): Fall

Bus Driver (Regular and Special Education):
Fall 2025 - 2026

Position requires safe, efficient, and reliable transportation service by operating school buses to transport pupils to and from school and related activities. Maintain harmonious relations with transportation staff, district administrators, teachers, coaches and community members.

The Driver Bus Regular and Special Education will provide safe, efficient, and reliable transportation service by operating various school buses in transporting pupils to and from school as well as related activities while maintaining a harmonious relation with transportation staff, district administrators, teachers, coaches and community members.

• Transport students over assigned routes, observing all traffic laws and safety regulations in accordance with state and federal laws and Fort Bend ISD Policies & Procedures.
• Operate school bus in a safe manner in accordance with state, federal laws and Fort Bend ISD Policies & Procedures.
• Perform vehicle pre- and post-trip inspections in accordance with state, federal laws and Fort Bend ISD Policy & Procedures.
• Immediately report any accident, incident and/or maintenance problem in accordance with Fort Bend ISD Policies & Procedures.
• Adhere to route directions and established schedules, but in a safe manner.
• Keep the interior of the vehicle clean, presentable and properly fueled in accordance with Fort Bend ISD Policies & Procedures.
• Assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Provide physical assistance and/or supervision in helping special education students on and off the bus during a split shift work day.
• Operate wheelchair lift equipment and assist students with special equipment (safety vests, seat belts, wheelchairs, crutches, etc.).
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability by regular attendance to meet student needs.

• Communicate effectively with parents, students, and administrators.
• Complete required paperwork (route changes, vehicle repairs, head counts) and submit to appropriate authority in a timely manner.
• Administer and enforce student discipline in accordance with Fort Bend ISD Policies & Procedures; prepare discipline reports as necessary.
• Read and interpret route directions and maps to follow directions.
• Attend training sessions needed to care for special education students requiring critical care services; safety and care procedures as required.
• Attend required in-services, safety meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school administrators.
• Report difficulties or changes in students to the Area Supervisor.
• Adhere to student Individual Education Plan (IEP) and maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain the special needs bus binder of students and bus information including up-to-date route information, turn-by-turn directions and ridership records.

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Texas CDL Driver's License, Class A or B, with P and S endorsements.
• Texas School Bus Driver Certification (must be enrolled in first available certification class).
• Pass an Annual Physical per DOT Pre-Employment Physical & Drug/Alcohol test.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification (obtain within 30 days of hire; district-provided training; requirement for Special Education Drivers Only).
• Acceptable driving motor vehicle record based on TEA regulations/standards.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a commercial driver preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Tact and diplomacy in dealing with students, parents, and all school personnel.
• Ability to maintain effective student behavior management over a group of children with special needs.
• Ability to operate special education equipment such as wheelchair lift controls, belts, restraints, seating, and related devices.
• Ability to assist Special Education students into their seats and/or on and off the bus and secure passengers using safety equipment.
• Ability to pull/push and secure wheelchairs, manual or electric, using wheelchair tie-downs.
• Previous experience with special needs is preferred for positions involving special needs.

The work environment and physical demands are those encountered when performing essential functions. Work may occur in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms. Occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, kneeling, lifting up to 40 pounds, and use of hands/fingers are required. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, and focus adjustment. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. May work irregular hours and must maintain emotional control under stress.

• Conditions include operating in inclement weather, heat and humidity, and exposure to traffic and noise. Must be able to evacuate the bus via emergency doors. Potential exposure to dust, fumes, and adverse weather.
• Requires physical strength and dexterity to perform tasks,…