Bus Driver Substitute Caroline County, MD

Maryland Rural Development Corporation

Job Location:

Federalsburg, MD - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural low-income households and communities. MRDC serves as Caroline Cecil Harford and Kent Counties official Community Action Agency.

The Head Start Bus Driver is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of preschool-aged children (3-5 years of age) and staff between home school and authorized activities. This position plays a vital role in ensuring childrens well-being and compliance with all local state and federal transportation regulations as well as Head Start Program Performance Standards. The Bus Driver will assure that MRDC philosophies and priorities are met.

Job Responsibilities:

Safely operate a school bus or vehicle along assigned routes adhering to established schedules and traffic laws.

Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report and document maintenance or safety issues promptly.

Ensure the safety of all passengers including proper use of child safety restraints and adherence to behavioral expectations during transit.

Assist children on and off the bus ensuring they are released only to authorized individuals.

Maintain accurate and timely records including attendance logs mileage fuel usage and maintenance reports.

Follow all Head Start and agency transportation policies and emergency procedures.

Work cooperatively with teachers parents and staff to support childrens attendance and participation in the program.

Participate in required training sessions safety drills and ongoing professional development.

Keep the bus clean organized and in good condition at all times.

Serve as a positive role model for children demonstrating patience respect and professionalism.

Assure that files are complete accurate and confidentially maintained

Thinks concentrates and positively interacts with others

Comes to work promptly every day

Works under stress and meets all deadlines

OTHER DUTIES: (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.) Performs related work as required or assigned.

Requirements

Required Qualification/Experience:

High school diploma or GED.

Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements.

Current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical and drug screening clearance.

Safe driving record.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds assist children with mobility needs and work in varying weather conditions.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with children families and coworkers.

Must pass all Maryland licensing requirements to include medical evaluation and tuberculosis screening

Must pass criminal background check and fingerprinting

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

Experience working with preschool-aged children or in an early childhood education setting.

Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and child safety procedures.

Basic first aid and CPR certification ability to get certified

Ability to work independently and within a team environment

Effective written and oral communication experience

Relationship building experience

Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks as outlined above

Physical Demands:

Position requires significant periods of standing walking kneeling sitting on the floor or crouching

May at times require lifting 25lbs 50lbs

Terms of Employment:

Eleven (11) month; full-time position (September - June)

Compensation:

$ 20.47 per hour; Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Maryland Rural Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact Human Resources at

Benefits

DescriptionThe Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural low-income households and communities. MRDC serves as Caroline Cecil Harford and Kent Counties official Community Action Agency.The Head Start Bu...