Van Driver Substitute

Escalon Unified•Escalon, CA

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About The Position

Escalon Unified School District spans approximately 161 square miles and is located in southern San Joaquin County along the northern back of the Stanislaus River. The district was formed in 1967 from the unification of seven elementary districts and one secondary district. EUSD values our supportive community as well as productive collaboration amongst our professional staff which promotes effective teaching and improved student learning. With 3000 students and over 300 staff members, our eight school sites engage our student learners in a variety of ways including Dual Language Immersion, K-12 Home School, Career Technical Education programs such as Agriculture, Computer Programming and First Responders, Advanced Placement, K-12 music and much more. Escalon Unified School District strategically recruits, hires, develops, and retains the highest quality staff to ensure that all EUSD students learn at high levels. We encourage you to view our website and follow us on our Facebook page. Escalon Unified School District Van Driver Classification: Classified JOB SUMMARY Under the direction of the Director of Maintenance, Operations, and Transportation, operates a designated district vehicle to transport a maximum of nine student passengers; assists in the loading/ unloading of passengers, including students with special needs; assists in keeping assigned vehicle in a clean and orderly condition; does related work as required. In accordance with established routes, time schedules, and district policies and procedures; maintains assigned vehicles in a safe and clean condition.

Requirements

Perform single technical tasks to meet changing job conditions
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job
Skill to drive a motor vehicle safely and efficiently under stressful conditions
Knowledge of safe driving laws, regulations, and practices; routine vehicle maintenance requirements.
Apply first aid, log accurate records
Interact positively with students with special needs as appropriate
Ability to manage student behavior
Safe driving practices; provisions of the California Motor Vehicle Code and the California Education Code applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting school students
Ability to read maps, follow directions; follow procedures for securing car seats, and installing child restraint systems
Management techniques, understand and address the need of students with special needs
Understand written procedures and ability to speak clearly
Maintain order among students, work effectively with students with all types of special needs as appropriate
Ensure students are safe and secure in the vehicle, using equipment as required
Recognize malfunctions in equipment and take appropriate action
Work independently, make decisions in potentially critical situations
Execute and develop plans for an emergency situation, ensuring the safety of all students
Ability to evacuate all students from the vehicle in case of an emergency
Maintain order among the students in the vehicle
High School Diploma or equivalent
Be at least 18 years of age
Having a satisfactory driving record consistent in accordance with the law
Complies with District, State and/or Federal guidelines for drug and alcohol testing of school bus drivers
Current and Valid California Driver’s Class “C” License
Current First Aid within 6 months of hire date
One (1) year of general driving experience
Have passed a physical examination, been fingerprinted, and have fulfilled all other requirements, including first aid and actual driving test in accordance with the law
Sit for extended periods of time.
Ascend and descend steps.
Stand and/or walk.
Vision in both eyes.
See and read printed matter with or without vision aids.
Hear and understand speech at normal levels.
Speak so that others may understand at normal levels.
Stand, walk, stoop, twist, bend over, grasp, reach in all directions, push, pull, and move, lift up to 50 pounds and carry up to 25 pounds.
In an emergency must be able to perform evacuation of students from the van.

Responsibilities

Drive a passenger vehicle for a designated route in accordance with time schedules; operate a two-way radio to maintain communication with the district office dispatcher.
Pick up, discharge children, and provide personal mobility assistance, including the loading and unloading of students.
Supervise students' conduct on passenger vehicles to assure a safe and positive learning environment; follow district policy regarding student behavior, report concerns and student disciplinary problems to the school office.
Maintain a variety of records, including mileage, routing, maintenance, and time schedules.
Drives a district car or vehicle to designated routes at scheduled times and/or for special events for students to and from a primary residence and/or to a designated location.
Secures seat belts, car seats, securement devices, and windows to ensure the safety of student transportation
Reports and completes required documentation for reporting all accidents, incidents, and follow-up and/or offer input on proper procedures
Follow district policies by establishing and maintaining a daily record of assigned routes, vehicle operation maintains lists of student passengers, and tracking route times and miles
Conduct pre-trip inspections as required by California Law and regulations, prior to operation of assigned vehicle in the transporting of students; completes daily reports on the inspection, condition, and operation of vehicle and records, reports any mechanical or other defects to the appropriate person, supervisor, mechanic complete required work order
Perform minor first aid as required
At the direction of the assigned supervisor, conducts annual vehicle evacuation drill to be compliant with the California Education Code and the California Department of Motor Vehicles
Review route changes, passenger changes, safety hazards, or incidents with supervisor or designee as needed to receive a recommended action plan
Participates in mandatory meetings and training provided by transportation and/or special education department for the purpose of sharing information and/or improving skills/knowledge
Possession of a valid California driver’s license, Class C.
Perform other related duties as assigned