McKinney Vento Driver

Job Title:           McKinney-Vento Driver

Classification:    Support Personnel Pay Scale

Range:                III

Description:

The McKinney-Vento Driver is responsible for safely transporting students experiencing homelessness, as defined under the McKinney-Vento Act, to and from school, as well as other educational activities as required. The role supports student attendance and academic success by ensuring reliable and punctual transportation services.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving and working with children preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Ability to obtain and maintain district approval to drive a school vehicle.
• Ability to operate a vehicle safely and efficiently.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with students, families, and district personnel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Problem-solving skills to address unexpected transportation issues.

Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board or the Superintendent may deem appropriate

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a district-approved vehicle to transport McKinney-Vento eligible students to and from school, designated bus stops, or other approved locations.
• Maintain punctuality and ensure timely pick-up and drop-off of students.
• Assist students in boarding and exiting the vehicle safely.
• Report any transportation issues or delays to the supervisor promptly.
• Adhere to all traffic laws, safety regulations, and district policies regarding student transportation.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate records of routes, mileage, and schedules.
• Follow appropriate procedures for vehicle maintenance requests and reports.
• Provide a welcoming and supportive environment for students while in transit.
• Monitor student behavior to ensure a safe and distraction-free trip; address issues following district policies.
• Communicate effectively with school staff, parents, and other stakeholders as needed to coordinate transportation services.
• Attend required training sessions and meetings.
• Answer phones, take messages, and respond to inquiries from staff, parents, and the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Perform general office duties, including data entry, filing, copying, and distributing mail.
• Prepare, maintain, and update transportation schedules, routes, and rosters.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to meet the needs of the district.

Length of Employment:

• Nine (9) Months
• School calendar will determine the days worked during the school year. 

Reports to:          Transportation Coordinator

Evaluation:          Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy GDO

Salary : $16