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Frederick, MD - USA

Monthly Salary drjobs

Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Introduction

Anticipated Openingfor theSchool Year.

Maryland School for the Deaf (MSD) is a diverse bilingual communitythat in partnership with families provides an equitable and exemplary education in a nurturing engaging and challenging environment to ensure our students achieve personal excellence and become lifelonglearners.

LOCATION OF POSITION

MSD Frederick Campus 101 Clarke Place Frederick MD 21705

Main Purpose of Job

Provide transportation for students in the Work to Learn program.

POSITION DUTIES

The Work to Learn (WTL)Driver is responsible for providing safe and reliable transportation for highschool students participating in the WTL program. This role involvestransporting students to and from their work sites ensuring timely arrival anddeparture and fostering a supportive environment that encourages studentsgrowth and independence.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Safely transport students to and from designated work sites according to the established schedule.
  • Ensure compliance with all traffic laws and safety regulations while driving.
  • Maintain a clean and wellfunctioning vehicle conducting regular inspections and reporting any issues to management.
  • Assist students with entering and exiting the vehicle providing necessary support as needed.
  • Foster a positive and respectful atmosphere in the vehicle promoting appropriate behavior and communication among students.
  • Collaborate with WTL staff to coordinate transportation logistics and address any scheduling changes or student needs.
  • Maintain accurate records of transportation routes student attendance and any incidents that occur during transport.
  • Communicate effectively with students staff and parents regarding transportation schedules and any changes or concerns.
Work Environment:
  • Primarily operates in a vehicle while transporting students.
  • May involve exposure to varying weather conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Valid drivers license andclean driving record.

Experience working withyouth preferably in an educational or support setting.

Strong interpersonal skillsand the ability to engage with students in a positive manner.

Knowledge of safe drivingpractices.

Fluency in American Sign Language.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to assist studentswith mobility challenges as needed.

Ability to sit for extendedperiods while driving.

Ability to work flexiblehours to accommodate student work schedules.

LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in thisposition are assigned duties which require the operation of a motorvehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motorvehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

New hires are subject to a criminalbackground investigation at their own expense. (Maryland Code Family LawArticle 1 Sections

Candidates will need to provide three letters of recommendation withtheir application.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be prescreened beforecandidates are invited to an interview. As an equal opportunity employerMSD is committed to recruiting retaining and promoting employees who arereflective of the States diversity.

BENEFITS

Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee you will be responsible for paying 25 of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75 of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage accidental death and dismemberment insurance and life insurance but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.

Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If online access is not available or if you encounter difficulty you may submit via mail email fax or deliver in person before the closing date and time. Please include your name and recruitment number on any documentation to ensure timely processing. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application. Additional or supplemental information must be submitted by the closing date and time. Application inquiries or supplemental information can be directed to the following:

Mailing Address:Maryland School for the Deaf Recruitment Department P. O. Box 894 Columbia MD 21044

Email:

Phone:TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay

Fax:

Individuals from traditionally underserved and underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed torecruiting retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.

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