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.
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
