Head Start Bus Driver- Newnan

COMMUNITY ACTION FOR IMPROVEMENT INC • Newnan, GA

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About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Bus Driver is responsible for transporting assigned children on routes on a day-to-day basis, extracurricular, i.e., field trips, other designated places, parents, staff. Two (2) bus drivers will be assigned to each Head Start bus with one functioning as the Bus Monitor while not driving. This position is full-time and will also function as a helper to the facilities staff members during school hours when the busses are not in operation.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma
• Class C CDL
• CPR/ First Aid for Adults, Infants and Child
• Defensive Driving Class, Safety Driving Class (With School System)
• Must have strong verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• Must be able to attend night meetings, travel out of area
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
• Must provide Transportation Specialist with an MVR yearly
• Must maintain yearly physical, drug screening and Tuberculin test
• must agree to a criminal history background check
• Must be able to transport children on buses
• Must be willing to supervise children on buses

Nice To Haves

• 2 Years - Experience Supervising Children Preferred

Responsibilities

• Transports children to and from the center daily in a safe manner.
• Transports children to field trips and other designated places.
• Provides first aid and emergency assistance to children as needed.
• Cleans windshields, lights, windows, and mirrors daily.
• Checks emergency door to insure proper operation.
• Checks horn, tires, lights, and mirrors.
• Keeps inside and outside of bus clean on a daily basis.
• Takes bus to the shop for state inspection.
• Monitors wheel alignment.
• Keeps bus locked and in a safe place when not in use.
• Reports all accidents to supervisor and other proper authorities.
• Completes daily operational data sheets and submits as required.
• Organizes and submits all invoices.
• Recruits volunteers and in-kind contributions.
• Works as an auxiliary facility staff member when busses are not operational.
• Performs similar job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees