What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exceptional Education Van Driver position at Grundy County Board of Education?
Qualifications
Van drivers should possess a Tennessee state driver's license
Substitute or alternative driver shall meet all qualifications and requirements of the regular
Physical exams are required for all school bus drivers.
A physician approved by the Board of Education shall sign the certificate of fitness, based upon a complete physical examination.
Duties
Provide safe efficient transportation of students to Chattanooga and back to GCS.
Be neat in appearance, courteous to parents and children, and cooperative with teachers and school
Be responsible for sweeping and cleaning his / her van
Do not use profanity or tobacco in any kind
Be responsible for the safety and correct discipline of the students while they are being transported and do not allow tobacco, drinks, or other contraband on the van
Obey all state and local traffic regulations and assist motorists in passing school buses between
Promote safety habits with the students who are being
Wear seat belts at all
Participate in State-sponsored mandatory driver training
Not use intoxicating beverages or drugs
Not let students off the bus except at school and their bus stop
Written permission from the student's parent must be secured through the school principal to let students off at other stops.
Take the following actions in case of an accident
Give attention immediately to any personal injuries; secure medical attention if necessary; C. Report the accident to the Police, Superintendent, and Principal immediately.
Check all fluids, lights, emergency buzzers, and all items required for pre and post-trip inspections daily .
Cooperate with the officials of each school
Fill out a conduct report on discipline problems to the principal of the school that the student
Not stop at a store, cafe, or similar establishment for refreshments when the van is en route to or from
Drive the route or routes designated to him / her by the Board of Education or its
Stop the bus where it can be seen in time by approaching motorists, using a stop sign for all
Allow riders disembarking to cross in front of the bus before starting
Perform a pre-trip inspection of brakes, steering gear, doors, and tires
Follow all highway signs and road
File a report with the Director of School's office on the license number of vehicles ( drivers) disregarding safety
Not exceed thirty- five (35) mph on back roads
Follow the schedule and be courteous to all students who are waiting to board the bus There will be only a five (5) minute arrival variation .
Close the bus door before moving the
Never leave the key in the ignition. Principals do not allow students on the bus unless the bus driver is present.
Acquaint him / herself with the state's rules_ and regulations concerning the school bus .
Acquaint him / herself with the state and local laws affecting the safety and welfare of transported
Drivers are responsible for maintaining a clean bus inside and out. Drivers are to report mechanical issues to the supervisor or mechanics as soon as they are found. Drivers ARE responsible for fueling their buses and bringing their buses in for service and repairs.
Never remove students from the bus route, unless released to the police or
Report to the principal any students who do not complete the home-to-school / or school-to-home.
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