On Call School Bus Driver

Community Partnership for Child Development•Colorado Springs, CO

About The Position

The On Call School Bus Driver transports children to and from school and other activities as needed. Between routes, the driver remains in the classroom and supports the classroom team with various duties. The position is scheduled to begin on December 2nd and pays $23.83 per hour. CPCD provides early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program, along with health, dental, and family support services. The successful applicant must complete required pre-employment screening, including a physical examination, TB screening, background check, and drug test (including marijuana).

Requirements

Complete employer-provided training and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements within two months of employment if not already held.
Have an acceptable driving record based on a Motor Vehicle Report before employment.
Know the mechanical operation of a vehicle, including daily maintenance checks.
Be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
Obtain current First Aid and CPR certifications within 90 days of employment.
Successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with Office of Head Start Performance Standards and childcare licensing requirements; physical examination and TB testing are required thereafter as applicable.
Have access to reliable transportation; if using a personal vehicle, maintain at least the minimum liability insurance required by the State of Colorado.

Nice To Haves

Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) class B or C with school bus and passenger endorsements before the date of employment.
Experience driving a school bus and working with preschool- or elementary-school-age children.

Responsibilities

Transport children to and from school and other activities as needed.
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections in accordance with applicable regulations and CPCD policies.
Perform emergency functions, including evacuations.
Drive CPCD buses to transport children and follow assigned routes safely and on time.
Give students directions about safe behavior and maintain discipline on the bus.
Complete administrative tasks, including seating charts, student information, inspection logs, records, and monthly reports.
Fuel and clean transportation vehicles regularly.
Use a two-way radio to communicate with other department staff.
Participate in regular training, including annual fall training.
Communicate proactively with parents and families and help promote parent involvement in CPCD programs.
Work with the classroom team to maintain a safe, positive learning environment on the bus and in the classroom.
Support the classroom team with various duties between routes.
Perform other duties as assigned.