Child Care Bus Driver

L.P. College, Inc.•New Bedford, MA

23d

About The Position

ALL ABOUT LITTLE PEOPLE’S COLLEGE Little People’s College is an early childhood development center, founded in 1980. We are a collaborative team who is devoted to children and families. We are dedicated to our goal of creating the best possible experience available in early education. If you are passionate in the field, LPC is the place to be! You will become part of a program where children are loved and where children and families feel safe, secure, and respected. Team LPC focuses on beginning with children where they are, therefore enabling them to grow to their fullest potential. You’ll be working alongside a dedicated team who cares about your personal growth, with open lines of communication, and open mindedness to changes and enhancements. At LPC we are inclusive, and bring passion and pride to all that we do, celebrating the success and growth of all with whom we impact. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We might be a great match if: Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited.. We work efficiently and as a team to provide the best possible care to our children and families. Providing the opportunity to every child to experience learning in a safe and nurturing environment sounds like your thing.. That’s the core of what we do. You have a passion for shaping and inspiring young minds. A fast paced environment is somewhere you strive to be!

Requirements

Commercial Driver’s License, and School Bus Driver’s Certificate (meeting MA requirements).
Positive demeanor and excellent communication skills.
Ability to relate to children and parents from diverse backgrounds.
Updated first aid and CPR training.
Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Transportation: Safely transport children to and from home and public school.
Community Relations: Relate effectively to children and parents across various socio-economic levels within the community.
Positive Interaction: Greet each child with a smile in the morning and ensure a positive return in the afternoon.
Communication: Notify the bus girl or teacher when picking up or dropping off a child and relay any messages from parents.
Safety and Security: Ensure children are received only by authorized individuals, fasten children securely using appropriate safety measures, and adhere to MA Child Passenger Safety Laws.
Child Welfare: Prioritize the health, safety, and welfare of the children at all times.
Reporting: Report any unusual incidents or concerns related to child welfare to the program director.
Professional Conduct: Avoid negative remarks about children or parents, and never give a child to an intoxicated person.
Hygiene and Care: Assist with changing car/booster seats, fastening coats on cold days, and tidying up children as needed.
Medication Handling: Receive and secure any medicine, ensuring proper authorization from parents.
Vehicle Maintenance: Keep the exterior and interior of the vehicle, including car seats, in neat and acceptable condition.
Training and Compliance: Attend all necessary training for transportation personnel, maintain updated first aid and CPR training, and obey all traffic laws.
Vehicle Usage: Use the Little People's College vehicle only for LPC business.
Documentation: Maintain an updated Driver Information Form and thoroughly check the vehicle after each run.
Communication with Office: Call the office after the last run in the morning and afternoon to notify central that the vehicle is empty.
Adherence to Standards: Perform any other duty necessary to ensure LPC standards are being met.
Professional Image: Drive carefully, obey traffic laws, and maintain outstanding behavior to represent "Little People's College" positively.