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Human Resources
Al A. Rodriguez, Director
Carole Foehner, Administrative Asst.
Nancy Collins, Sub / Leave Coordinator
Karen Strong, Secretary
Phone: 512.281.9816
Fax: 512.281.9836
Job Vacancy
Position Title:
Special Education Bus Driver
Dept./School:
Transportation
Salary Range:
Per District Salary Scale
Length of Work Year:
--
Position Summary:
Responsible for safe and orderly transportation of students with disabilities on assigned route. Operate a school bus that transports students with disabilities and other authorized personnel to and from schools or designated locations.
Education / Certification / License:
Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B).
Experience:
One year experience as school bus driver.
Special Knowledge / Skills:
Must be 18 years of age
Ability to pass alcohol and drug test
Ability to complete required bus driver safety training
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Knowledge of student discipline procedures
Ability to manage student behavior
Ability to operate bus
Duties / Responsibilities:
Vehicle Operation
Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, mechanical failure, and complete required reports.
Keep records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
Student Management
Help students with disabilities get on and off bus according to their individual needs.
Learn and adapt to each student’s special medical, physical, communicative, and emotional needs.
Supervise students as they board and leave bus and cross street.
Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
Maintain discipline and report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
Safety
Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.
Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflectors.
Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisor of any conditions that are not immediately correctable.
Report any hazardous conditions along scheduled routes.
Install snow chains during inclement weather.
Other
Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
Work irregular hours as needed.
Attend and complete required training program to maintain certification status.
Application Procedures:
Download an application or apply in person at the HR Office in the Administration Office, 1002 N. Ave C, Elgin, TX.
District Employees:
Apply with an intern application available in the HR Office.
Application Deadline:
Until position is filled.
Posted 07/31/2007. This page last updated 11/14/2007 12:24 AM.
Elgin ISD: An equal
opportunity employer.
The Elgin Independent School District considers applicants for all
positions without regard to race, color, national origin, age,
religion, sex, marital or veteran status, the presence of a medical
condition, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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