Bus Drivers and Afterschool Support
19 days ago
Converse
Job Description Summary We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious, and child-friendly individual to serve as a Bus Driver and After-School Support Staff member for our childcare center. This dual-role position is responsible for safely transporting children to and from school, field trips, and other scheduled activities, while also providing hands-on support in our after-school program. The ideal candidate has a clean driving record, experience working with children, and a calm, positive demeanor. When not driving, the support staff duties include assisting with snack distribution, supervising homework and playtime, helping maintain a safe and organized environment, and supporting teachers with classroom management and activities. Key Responsibilities: • Safely operate a childcare center vehicle, following all traffic laws and safety guidelines, • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, • Maintain accurate transportation logs and communicate with administrative staff as needed, • Supervise children during transport and ensure proper behavior and safety protocols, • Provide engaging supervision and support during after-school hours Duties • Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops., • Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner., • Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order., • Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety., • Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules., • Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs., • Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities., • Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, or fares received., • Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures., • Keep bus interiors clean for passengers., • Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions., • Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios., • Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort. Requirements • Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation., • Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation., • Inspect motor vehicles., • Drive passenger vehicles., • Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions., • Drive passenger vehicles., • Record operational details of travel., • Maintain professional knowledge or certifications., • Clean vehicles or vehicle components., • Read maps to determine routes., • Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments., • Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards., • Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety., • Maintain vehicles in good working condition. Nice To Haves CDA degree or higher