Bus Driver (Part-Time): 2026-2027

Position Description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operation

• Transport students over assigned route, 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 description directions and established schedules, but in a safe manner
• Required to keep the interior of the assigned vehicle clean, presentable and properly fueled in accordance with Fort Bend ISD Policies & Procedures
• Must be able to Physically 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 while being transported during a split shift work day
• Operate wheelchair lift equipment and assist student with special equipment such as safety vests, seat belts, wheelchairs, in braces or on crutches
• Demonstrate punctuality and reliability by regular attendance to meet the student's needs

• Must be able to communicate effectively with parents, students, and administrators
• Must complete all 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 and prepare discipline reports as necessary
• Read and interpret route directions as well as read and use maps to follow directions
• Attend training sessions needed to care for special education students requiring critical care services such as suctioning, suppositories, tracheotomy cleaning, and other special procedures to maintain a high proficiency level
• Attend required in-services, safety meetings and training sessions
• Maintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school administrators
• Report any difficulties or changes in student's to the Area Supervisor
• Adhere to student Individual Education Plan document 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 information, such as student attendance records

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