School Bus Driver

CPCD•Colorado Springs, CO

9h•Onsite

About The Position

This position is set to begin on July 27th. Work is scheduled for 36 - 40 hours a week. The School Bus Driver transports children to and from school and other activities, as needed. In between routes, the driver remains in the classroom and supports the classroom team with various duties. CPCD provides early childhood education through Head Start, Early Head Start, and the Universal Preschool Program to over 1,100 children living in poverty or facing special circumstances. Our additional health, dental, and family support services ensure children are ready for school and life. Join our team to make a difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

Requirements

Colorado Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) class B or C with school bus and passenger endorsement prior to date of employment.
Acceptable driving record based on Motor Vehicle Report prior to employment.
Knowledge of mechanical operation of a vehicle to include daily maintenance checks.
Ability to lift/carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
Must have current First Aid and CPR certifications within 90-days of employment.
Successful completion of a pre-employment physical examination, TB test, drug test (including marijuana), and background check in accordance with the Office of Head Start Performance Standards and Childcare Licensing. (Physical examination and TB test thereafter as required).
Must have access to reliable transportation and if using a personal vehicle must maintain minimum liability insurance as determined by the State of Colorado.

Nice To Haves

Experience in driving a school bus and working with pre-school age or elementary school age children.

Responsibilities

Transports children to and from school and other activities, as needed.
In between routes, remains in the classroom and supports the classroom team with various duties.

Benefits

Paid vacation time
Paid sick time
Paid holidays/Breaks
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Aflac supplemental insurance
Voluntary life insurance
Basic Life insurance
Long Term Disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) program with traditional and Roth enrollment options
Profit-sharing after 1-year of employment
Tuition Assistance ($4,000 per year for Early Childhood Education Associates/Bachelor’s Degrees; $2,500 per year for other degrees related to employment at CPCD) after 60 days of employment
Employee Assistance Program (6 FREE sessions with a counselor or therapist per year)
Full well-being program
2 hours of paid time per month for wellness activities