What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relief Bus Driver position at Clear Creek ISD?
Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route; operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated locations. Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek ISD.
Qualifications
Education/Certification/Licensure
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license with passenger endorsement
DPS School Bus Driver Certification
Special Knowledge/Skills
Must be 21 years of age
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of student discipline procedure
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to operate all makes and models of district fleet
Maintain a good driving record
Demonstrated ability to enter and exit rear emergency door of bus
Experience
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a CCISD school bus driver or 4 years' experience as a school bus driver preferred.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
- Knowledge of the district and ability to drive in any area assigned by the
- Work a rotating flexible
- Operate any and all transportation bus makes and models.
- Operate the vehicle in a safe and efficient
- Follow assigned route and adhere to established
- Follow established procedures for reporting issues with routes as set in the Transportation Handbook.
- Adhere to all student IEP
- Supervise student
- Report student discipline problems to supervisor.
- Conduct student counts/run registers as required by TEA
- Operate all emergency equipment and access emergency exits, including front, rear and side emergency doors, roof hatches, and emergency windows.
- Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures to dispatch immediately and complete all required documentation.
- Check vehicle for mechanical defects and submit any issues via electronic post trip (i.e. fleet software).
- Maintain proper and appropriate radio communication etiquette.
- Maintain punctuality and daily attendance for scheduled work shifts.
- Adhere to all district and departmental policies, procedures and regulations as set forth in District and Departmental Handbooks.
- Exhibit CCISD Core Values of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and
- Actively engage in actions that contribute to the overall mission and strategic plan of Clear Creek
- Stay up-to-date professionally through the selection of quality professional learning opportunities for personal growth.
- Research district policy, precedent, and current practices prior to taking
- Participate as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content
- Demonstrates proficient levels of technology
- Participates fully in drills and safety exercises to provide for the safety and overall emotional wellbeing of students.
- Utilize time wisely for effective management of job
- Maintain punctuality in daily work times, appointments, and
- Meet task completion deadlines established by
- Maintain friendly customer-service-driven interactions with all stakeholders, students, teachers, administrators, and co-workers.
- Work cooperatively with co-workers and supervisors to ensure that the goals of the school/department are met.
- Maintain a positive and professional tone in all communication (i.e. email, written, and verbal).
Working Conditions
Mental Demands
Maintaining emotional control under stress; working around high noise levels; frequent interruptions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors
Moderate walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, reaching; heavy lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs.; continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand and arm motions; working outside and inside; moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes; flexible hours. Ability to access emergency exits and evacuate students in the event of an accident/emergency.
Term: 183 days
Guarantee of 8 hours a day
