What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver 2024-2025 School Year position at MAAC?
Under direct supervision, the Bus Driver will operate a school bus providing transportation to children and families of the Head Start Program in accordance with state and local regulations; perform custodial duties as assigned: pick up and deliver food from the central kitchen to designated centers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.
- Safely operates the bus on assigned routes within specified time frame
- Follows any program rules for conduct while operating the bus
- Communicates effectively with staff, parents, and children
- Maintains accurate records of daily transportation of children and daily operation of bus
- Assists in the development of safe bus routes
- Conducts daily safety and vehicle condition inspections
- Accurately reports and follows up on all vehicle defect reports
- Provides scheduled bus evacuation training to children, staff, and parents
- Provides a positive and supportive environment for the children
- Performs basic center custodial duties as assigned
- Attends required training’s, meetings, and conferences
- Performs other related duties as assigned
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATION
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid California Driver’s License, Class B at time of hire and maintained throughout employment
- Valid California school bus certification at time of hire and maintained throughout employment
- Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) at time or hire and maintained throughout employment
- Applicants residing in Head Start center communities preferred
- Bilingual (English / Spanish) speaking, reading, and writing preferred
AND
Valid CPR, First Aid, and Food Handlers certifications must be obtained within first two months (2) of employment and maintained throughout employment (paid, designated training available through MAAC). In the event employees do not attend the scheduled training, they must obtain the cards through outside resources and costs will not be reimbursed. The certifications must be obtained and maintained within prescribed timelines
Salary : $22 - $28
