What are the responsibilities and job description for the McKinney Vento Driver position at Fowler Elementary School District No. 45?
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
Keep a pulse on the job market with advanced job matching technology.
If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution.
Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right.
Surveys & Data Sets
What is the career path for a McKinney Vento Driver?
Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the McKinney Vento Driver career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
