Van Driver (Daycare)

Active Start Child Care • Calgary, AB

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Van Driver for our Out of School Care program at our Seton location. We are looking for someone that has had prior experience driving a school or daycare bus, or a daycare van. Candidates must currently have a Class 4 driver's license to drive the van. Someone with their Level 1, 2, or 3 Alberta Child Care Certification already obtained would be an asset. (or someone who is willing to obtain it).
A successful candidate would have good driving skills, experience driving children and a clean driver's abstract. This person must be highly motivated, adaptable, and fluent in English, as well as work well with children. A successful candidate would display professionalism and be responsible. This person must have a current criminal record check and first aid certification or be willing to obtain these items upon being hired.

Requirements

• A Class 4 driver's license to drive the van
• Clean driver's abstract
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and fluent in English
• Ability to work well with children
• Professionalism and responsibility
• Current criminal record check or willingness to obtain one upon hiring
• First aid certification or willingness to obtain one upon hiring

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience driving a school or daycare bus, or a daycare van
• Level 1, 2, or 3 Alberta Child Care Certification already obtained
• Knowledge of Alberta Child Care Licensing Regulations

Responsibilities

• Driving groups of children to and from school throughout the day.
• Supervising during pick-ups and drop-offs.
• Actively engaging with and supervising school age children during field trips and at the centre.
• Cultivating positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Adhering to Alberta Early Learning and Child Care Regulations and Active Start's policies and procedures to ensure quality care.

Benefits

• Childcare discount for full-time employees
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Holiday and sick day benefits
• Health benefits package for full-time staff
• Competitive wages (posted wages will have government top up added)
• Access to spacious indoor and outdoor play areas for gross motor activities in all weather conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed