Bus Driver

Position Title: School Bus Driver

Employment Status: Part-time

Immediate Supervisor: Field Operations Director

Titles of Position Supervised: None

Major Objectives: Drive a school bus for students on field trips

Responsibilities:

Drive a school bus to transport passengers to and from field trip sites
Inspect vehicle before each trip using a list of required safety checkpoints
Report any mechanical problems
Complete all required paperwork
Keep bus floor and seats free of obstacles, trash, and dirt at all times
Ensure that all passengers are properly seated, and all students are properly secured in their car seats before putting the vehicle in motion.
Comply with all traffic regulations
Leads student safety drills
Cell phone usage is prohibited while driving the vehicle
In the event of an accident involving personal injury and/or property damage, a traffic incident, or a traffic violation, inform supervisor immediately
Take immediate action when necessary to ensure the safety of the passengers and the vehicle
Exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving

General Duties

Keep Management informed by:
- Attending Staff Meetings
- Completing Ongoing Monitoring Checklists
- Completing Monthly Reports
- Sharing any reports of Child Abuse and Neglect
Protect program integrity and client privacy by keeping all program information gained through employment at CSO absolutely confidential during and after this employment
Demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning by participating in Staff Development training
Contribute to team effort by:
- Understanding and following the CSO Head Start Policies and Procedures Manual
All other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

Class C Arkansas Driver’s License with a Passenger Endorsement or greater
Safe Driving Record
Cleared Criminal Record check and Arkansas Child Maltreatment check
Cleared FBI Record check, including fingerprints
Ability to pass a TB screening
Ability to pass a Bus Driver Physical
Ability to travel from center to center to complete job requirements
Ability to work a varied schedule between the hours of 7:30 and 5:30
Ability to lift up to a 40-pound child or get down on the floor if needed
Able to manage and prioritize your own workload
Respond appropriately (mentally and physically) to any emergency or crisis situation
Ability to maintain confidentiality