Mansfield City Schools Substitute Van Driver

Mansfield City Schools•Mansfield City, OH

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Mansfield City Schools is seeking a Substitute Van Driver to safely and efficiently transport students and applicable staff. This is an on-call, as-needed position that requires compliance with federal and state laws, as well as Mansfield City Schools Board of Education rules. The role involves operating an assigned vehicle, communicating with the transportation department, maintaining daily records, and ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the vehicle.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Documentation of a clear criminal record
Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies
Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug test results with yearly T-8/physical examinations established by the federal government and the State of Ohio
Possess and maintain the Van Driver Certification form issued by the Ohio Department of Education and Workforce
Possess interest in and empathy for children
The ability to maintain effective pupil behavior management control over groups of children and to manage students with physical and mental disabilities
Maintain a tactful and cooperative relationship with those contacted in the course of work (e.g. students, parents, general public, and employees)
Recognize and respond to emergencies quickly and calmly
Must be neat and clean in appearance and follow the dress code in the Transportation Manual
Demonstrate the ability to walk up and down steps, and walk the aisle of a school van
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
Effective, active listening skills
Organizational and problem-solving skills
Basic first aid
Knowledge of relevant Ohio laws and regulations
Knowledge of traffic rules
Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels
Ability to work independently
Demonstrate professionalism and contribute to a positive work environment
Exercises self-control and perseverance when dealing with students
Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, stability, regular attendance, safety consciousness, cooperation, responsibility, and is punctual
Possess the ability to work with other employees in a productive and cooperative manner
Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions
Trained to recognize signs of abuse or neglect and the signs of drug or alcohol abuse

Nice To Haves

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate

Responsibilities

Operates the assigned vehicle according to all motor vehicle laws.
Keeps the transportation supervisor informed about emerging issues.
Drives a passenger van and communicates with the transportation department to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and ensure smooth operations.
Review destination changes, passenger changes, challenges, safety hazards, or incidents with the supervisor or designee as needed for recommended actions.
Perform minor first aid when needed.
Follow district policies by establishing and maintaining daily records of assigned routes, van operations, lists of student passengers, tracking routes and miles, and keeping route sheets updated.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and awareness of changes in driving laws as they apply to transporting school children.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections.
Secure seat belts, car seats, securement devices, and windows to ensure the safe transportation of students.
Notify the transportation supervisor in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
Discharge students only at authorized stops.
Transport only authorized students.
Reports all accidents, completing documentation to provide information for follow-up action and/or proper procedures.
Promotes the proper use and care of school property.
Assumes responsibility for the interior cleanliness of the vehicle.
Keeps front, back, driver's side, and door windows clean to maintain visibility and comply with state law.
Keep inside and outside of vehicle clean.
Anticipates and is prepared to assist when aware of passengers with medical or other health considerations.
Report any hazardous conditions along the existing route to the transportation supervisor.
Attend transportation meetings and in-services and be available in the event of emergency dismissal.
Notify the transportation supervisor in case of illness to permit time to secure a substitute driver.
Share in the responsibility for driving for a school-sponsored event and/or approved field trip.
Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
Maintain respect at all times for confidential information, e.g. student identification information, student medication.
Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude, conversation, and by the safe and professional operation of a van driver.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.
Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips.