Head Start Bus Driver - Mason County

Gateway Community Action Agency•Maysville, KY

40d•$16

About The Position

Ensure the safe and timely flow of transportation for preschool age children while adhering to all local, state, and federal transportation regulations.

Requirements

High School Diploma/General Education Degree
Excellent communication and record keeping skills.
Valid Kentucky driver’s license, reliable transportation, and satisfactory background checks.
Pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug testing as required.
State required minimum vehicle liability insurance and uninsured motorist insurance.
Any/all other testing or applicable checks required by local, state, or federal law.
Valid Class C Commercial Driver’s License with a PS Endorsement within 60 days of employment.
Approved CDL Physical Exam.

Nice To Haves

Experience with driving/monitoring preschool age students.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate record keeping
Maintain current CDL physical and license
Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations
Submit accurate and complete monthly transportation reports
Drive/monitor a Head Start bus adhering to all program safety regulations set forth by the program and the Department of Transportation
Participate in professional development, including but not limited to; staff meetings, monthly center staff meetings, and required training sessions
Work cooperatively with center level, administrative, and management staff
Adjust work schedule to meet the needs of program
Provides staff breaks
Ensures children are properly secured
Reports concerns with monitor when/if issues arise
Maintains confidentiality
Participates in assigned meetings, events, and training as required
Ensure that a minimum of 15 clock hours of allowable professional development is completed annually.