Driver Trainer, Transportation Department

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or GED equivalent.

2. Must be at least 18 years of age.

3. Possess a clear and valid Texas commercial drivers license with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.

4. Minimum of two (2) years experience as a certified school bus driver.

5. Ability to deliver school bus driver training (Class A Class B and Special Needs) to adult learners using a variety of teaching methods.

6. Ability to teach behind-the-wheel training to prospective drivers using a variety of teaching methods.

7. Third-party tester certification preferred or the ability to become a third-party tester through DPS.

8. School bus driver certification instructor preferred or the ability to become a school bus driver certified instructor through Region IV.

9. Ability to read and implement documents including policies and procedures manuals.

to receive and give written and verbal instructions in a professional manner.

and professional communication and interaction skills/abilities.

to serve as role model at all times.

to safely operate a school bus.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

261 days

SALARY/PAYGRADE:

$18.28/HS7

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Provide training and retraining to new hires/trainees bus drivers and attendants on the bus behind- the- wheel and in the classroom.
2. Effectively and professionally convey district state and federal policies procedures practices and laws governing the transportation of students including those with disabilities.
3. Evaluate trainees on all aspects of transporting students during the training process.
4. Serve as a substitute driver/attendant on routes as needed.
5. Maintain records and files and prepare reports relative to training bus drivers including but not limited to timesheets individual training hours and mileage.
6. Assign trainees to appropriate personnel.
7. Teach model and evaluate effective student management techniques.
8. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function.
9. Perform other duties as assigned.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Maintain emotional control. Clear speech. Continual sitting reaching and repetitive hand and arm motions. Work outside and inside; moderate exposure to noise extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes.

APPLICATION INFORMATION:

Fernando Zambrano Assistant Director

Human Resources Transportation Dept.

Phone:

Email:

DEADLINE TO APPLY:

Until filled

Applications will be reviewed

Not all applicants will be interviewed

Hiring Managers may choose to email you regarding this application. Please monitor your email regularly for any communication.

Required Experience:

IC