What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver Trainer, Transportation Department position at Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District?
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 driver’s 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.
10.Ability to receive and give written and verbal instructions in a professional manner.
11.Effective and professional communication and interaction skills/abilities.
12.Ability to serve as role model at all times.
13.Ability to safely operate a school bus.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
261 days
SALARY/PAYGRADE:
$18.28/HS7
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide training and retraining to new hires/trainees, bus drivers and attendants on the bus, behind- the- wheel, and in the classroom.
- Effectively and professionally convey district, state, and federal policies, procedures, practices, and laws governing the transportation of students, including those with disabilities.
- Evaluate trainees on all aspects of transporting students during the training process.
- Serve as a substitute driver/attendant on routes as needed.
- Maintain records and files and prepare reports relative to training bus drivers, including but not limited to timesheets, individual training hours, and mileage.
- Assign trainees to appropriate personnel.
- Teach, model, and evaluate effective student management techniques.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function.
- 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: 346-205-8450
Email: fernando.zambrano@cfisd.net
DEADLINE TO APPLY:
Until filled
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