What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute - Car Driver position at Nottoway County School District?
NOTTOWAY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Nottoway, VirginiaSubstitute Car Driver Position:
To safely transport students to and from school on a daily basis and to extracurricular events as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
Each driver will be directly responsible to the Principals of the schools they serve regarding student discipline and patron relations. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements; however, the administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other tasks as necessary. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Essential Job Functions:
One hundred eighty (180) day contract with compensation and benefits approved by school board policies and regulations.Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated by the Supervisor of Transportation or designee in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of support personnel. Nottoway County Public Schools (NCPS) ensures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks. NCPS does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to designated youth groups.
Nottoway, VirginiaSubstitute Car Driver Position:
To safely transport students to and from school on a daily basis and to extracurricular events as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Two professional references attesting to the applicant's ability, character, and personal qualifications.
- Meet state requirements for licensing and physical examination.
- Meet county and state standards for driving tests and driver record checks.
- Ability to operate various vehicle types used in student transportation.
- Proficiency in radio communication systems.
Each driver will be directly responsible to the Principals of the schools they serve regarding student discipline and patron relations. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements; however, the administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other tasks as necessary. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Essential Job Functions:
- Conduct pre-trip inspections of vehicles prior to every trip and post-trip inspections after every trip.
- Use established routes and designated car stops.
- Operate vehicles according to approved schedules.
- Report accidents and injuries to authorities as directed.
- Instruct riders on being responsible passengers.
- Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
- Prioritize the safety of students at all times.
- Notify the Supervisor of personal absences in time for securing a substitute driver.
- Maintain vehicle housekeeping duties inside and out.
- Monitor fuel levels and check gauges regularly.
- Report vehicle defects to the Supervisor.
- Foster positive working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students, and Principals.
- Exhibit a positive image as a loyal representative of the school division.
- Demonstrate knowledge of county and state vehicular laws.
- Manage exuberant behavioral characteristics of youthful riders.
- Administer disciplinary procedures in accordance with school board policies and administrative regulations.
- Be alert and exercise good judgment in emergency situations, disabled vehicles, and irregular special requests by parents or riders.
- Comply with dress code requirements.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Supervisor of Transportation or designee.
One hundred eighty (180) day contract with compensation and benefits approved by school board policies and regulations.Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated by the Supervisor of Transportation or designee in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of support personnel. Nottoway County Public Schools (NCPS) ensures Equal Employment Opportunities for employees as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential tasks. NCPS does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to designated youth groups.
