Transportation Driver/Personal Care Assistant

Camden County Schools•Camden, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Driver/Personal Care Assistant is responsible for providing safe, timely, and dependable transportation for an assigned student with special needs between the student’s residence and designated school location in Virginia, and returning the student home at the end of the school day. This position requires consistent attendance, safe driving practices, professionalism, confidentiality, and effective communication with parents/guardians and school/district personnel. The role involves operating a district vehicle, maintaining appropriate student supervision during transport, following student-specific transportation plans, and ensuring a professional and supportive environment for clients. Additionally, the position requires accurate completion of logs and documentation, and participation in required training and certifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to meet district insurability requirements.
Successful completion of required background checks and drug screening, as applicable.
Ability to obtain and maintain any required district/state transportation certifications or training.
CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
Knowledge of safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
Ability to work dependably with a high level of punctuality and consistency.
Ability to interact calmly, respectfully, and effectively with students, parents/guardians, and staff.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, including student-specific transportation procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Ability to maintain accurate records and reports.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience transporting children and/or students with special needs preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely transport the assigned student from home to the designated school in Virginia, and from school back to the student’s home each school day, as scheduled.
Arrive at pickup and drop-off locations on time and maintain a consistent transportation routine.
Operate the assigned district vehicle in accordance with all local, state, and district transportation laws, regulations, and policies.
Report any vehicle concerns promptly.
Ensure the student enters and exits the vehicle safely and is delivered to the appropriate parent/guardian or authorized school personnel.
Maintain appropriate student supervision during transport at all times.
Follow all student-specific transportation plans, safety procedures, and accommodations as assigned by the district (including behavior, medical, or mobility-related supports, as applicable and trained).
Maintain confidentiality of student information in accordance with FERPA and district expectations.
Maintain a professional and supportive environment for clients during transport.
Assist clients in and out of the vehicle as needed, ensuring accessibility accommodations if necessary.
Communicate professionally with parents/guardians, school staff, and transportation supervisors regarding delays, schedule changes, concerns, or incidents.
Notify the Transportation Department immediately of accidents, breakdowns, emergencies, student concerns, or route disruptions.
Maintain a clean and orderly vehicle.
Accurately complete required logs, mileage records, inspection forms, and other transportation documentation.
Participate in required training, meetings, and certifications related to student transportation and safety.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Children and/or the Transportation Director.