About this role
Benefits:
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
Position Summary
The Preschool Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of school-age children to and from local elementary schools and approved field trips. The Bus Driver is expected to maintain a safe driving record, follow all state licensing requirements, ensure the safety of every child in their care, and represent the school in a professional manner.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Safely transport children to and from designated schools and school-sponsored activities.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections before and after each route.
- Ensure all children are properly seated and follow bus safety rules.
- Maintain accurate attendance and verify that every child is picked up and dropped off at the correct location.
- Communicate any transportation concerns, accidents, delays, or maintenance issues immediately to school management.
- Keep the bus clean, fueled, and in good operating condition.
- Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, childcare licensing regulations, and school transportation policies.
- Assist children with boarding and exiting the bus safely.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while interacting with children, families, and staff.
- Participate in required safety training and emergency evacuation drills.
- Assist with other school duties between routes as assigned, including classroom support, cleaning, maintenance, or other operational needs.
Qualifications
- Valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Meets all childcare licensing requirements for transporting children.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Ability to pass a criminal background check, fingerprinting, and drug screening if required.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and assist children as needed.
- Dependable, punctual, and committed to child safety.
Physical Requirements
- Sit for extended periods while driving.
- Safely enter and exit the bus multiple times daily.
- Ability to supervise and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Performance Expectations
- Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Demonstrate safe driving habits at all times.
- Treat children, families, and coworkers with professionalism and respect.
- Follow all school policies and management directives.
- Perform all assigned duties in a safe, cooperative, and positive manner.
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