School Van Driver

Exceptional Childrens Foundation•Culver City, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Van Driver transports students to and from school and other sites on assigned routes, ensuring student safety while operating a Kayne Eras school vehicle and meeting established schedules. The position receives general supervision within standard policies and procedures. The driver may also transport students and staff on field trips as needed. This role requires safe and responsible vehicle operation, daily vehicle inspections, reporting necessary mechanical repairs, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. The driver must be able to follow transportation guidelines, establish and maintain appropriate student conduct, and remain calm and focused when students are distracted or experiencing behavioral or emotional difficulties. The work takes place in a K–12 school environment serving students with varying learning, behavioral, emotional, and developmental disabilities. Employees may encounter students in crisis or behaving aggressively. The position is part-time and scheduled Monday through Friday, either 6:00 a.m.–8:30 a.m. or 2:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. Compensation is $20.00 per hour. The role requires a high school diploma, at least three years of holding a valid driver’s license, a valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of state-mandated car insurance, an insurable driving record, and evidence of a negative TB test initially and every three years thereafter. First Aid/CPR/NCI ability is also listed among the duties and qualifications.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Have held a valid driver’s license for at least three years.
Valid California driver’s license, reliable transportation, evidence of state-mandated car insurance, and an insurable driving record.
Maintain a clean driving record and operate vehicles safely and responsibly while driving for company business.
Knowledge of basic first aid practices, procedures, and techniques.
Ability to manage time and work effectively, follow directions, and handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Ability to read and write at a level necessary to perform the required duties.
Ability to understand and independently carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain appropriate student conduct on the school vehicle.
Ability to drive a school van safely and efficiently and exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving.
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to perform required duties safely and effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with people contacted in performing required duties.
Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and every three years thereafter.
Ability to implement or perform First Aid/CPR/NCI.
Driving is an essential function of the position; the employee’s insurance is primary while driving for work, and ECF’s coverage is secondary.
Company vehicles will be monitored and activity recorded; driving-policy violations may result in disciplinary action, including suspension of driving privileges, reassignment, or termination.

Responsibilities

Safely transport students in Kayne Eras School vans.
Transport students and Kayne Eras students or staff on field trips to various locations as needed.
Drive a school transportation vehicle along prescribed routes and schedules, picking up and dropping off students at designated stops.
Understand and follow KES Transportation guidelines.
Maintain calm and focus when faced with distractions, including students’ possible behaviors.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and safe operating conditions.
Conduct daily safety and operational inspections of the assigned vehicle.
Report needed mechanical repairs.
Comply with ECF’s Injury and Illness Prevention Program and policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
Ensure safe use and operation of tools and equipment.
Maintain regular, reliable attendance.
Implement or perform First Aid/CPR/NCI.
Perform other duties as assigned.