POSITION TITLE: PartTime and Substitute School District Van Driver
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The PartTime and/or Substitute School District Van Driver is responsible for transporting students to and from special programs schools and activities. He/she will also perform other errands and special assignments as needed.
WAGE CATEGORY: Grade A. NonExempt (hourly)
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Per School Board and Support Staff Agreement if position exceeds 20 hours per week; otherwise per current Handbook for NonUnion Support Staff Personnel.
REPORTS TO: Special Education Director
EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated annually in person and in writing by the Special Education Director with input from the Special Educators. This evaluation process will be consistent with the process described in the School Board/Support Staff Agreement if position exceeds 20 hours per week; otherwise per current Handbook for NonUnion Support Staff Personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Valid Drivers License.
Good driving skills and record. Experience in driving in all kinds of weather.
Knowledge of relevant equipment Colchester School District policies and procedures and federal and state laws and regulations related to transportation.
Dependability punctuality and flexibility.
Good physical health with no problems or impairments that might impair driving skills.
Physical stamina and strength to lift up to 100 pounds.
Ability to be patient courteous and authoritative in dealing with students
Ability and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality regarding school district business.
Commitment to the School Districts mission and Strategic Plan.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Transport students in a van to and from various locations to include neighborhoods schools and other activities.
Pick up and drop off students at scheduled locations following established time schedules.
Interact with students on the bus in alignment with behavior plans and student needs; implement appropriate behavior modification plans for students on the bus to deescalate behavior problems in order to ensure student safety.
Follow all safe driving rules and comply with regulations regarding students entering and exiting the bus as well as when students must cross the street at the bus stop. Maintain knowledge of any changes/ updates that occur regarding regulations and rules.
Keep mileage logs and records as required and submit to the Special Education Director.
Perform daily maintenance inspection before driving the van. Check the condition of van tires windshield wipers lights mirrors safety equipment etc. to ensure all are in working order. Report any malfunctions or problems to appropriate personnel.
Effectively handle complaints settle disputes and conflicts. Bring unusual or difficult situations to the attention of the Special Education Director.
Demonstrate a spirit of teamwork and open communication in completing all tasks.
Provide personal assistance medical attention emotional support or other personal care to students in alignment with student behavior plans as needed.
Assume other additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by designated supervisors.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Noise level in work environment is quiet to moderate
Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Frequently required to stand walk and sit
Regularly required to see talk and hear
Regularly required to use hands to finger handle or feel
Regularly required to handle stressful situations and resolve conflicts
Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms climb steps; stoop kneel or crouch
Occasionally lift carry move and/or restrain schoolaged students
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