Bus Driver (Substitute)

Oregon Child Development Coalition; Hermiston; On-site; GBP 19,506 - 24,357; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contribution

Paid time off and sick leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oregon Child Development Coalition seeks a responsible individual to transport children safely and efficiently. The role requires compliance with safety standards and effective communication with families.

Candidates must hold an Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate and demonstrate a commitment to child safety. The position offers a proactive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow safety standards.
• Excellent communication skills with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Transport children safely to and from activities.
• Assist with loading and unloading children.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and perform inspections.
• Manage basic emergency response situations.

Skills

Safe driving practices

First Aid and CPR

Communication skills

Education

Current Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate

Job description

About Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC)

Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC) is a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Oregon through early education and family support programs. At OCDC, our work has purpose. Every role contributes to creating stronger families, healthier communities, and brighter futures for children across Oregon.

Position Summary

Transports program children and parents to center’s activities, to and from home in a safe and enjoyable manner. Ensures that highest possible safety standards are followed in the operation and maintenance of the assigned vehicle. Follows all state, local and organizational requirements relating to the position.

Essential Functions

Ensures safe and timely transportation for Agency children and families by:

• Assisting county staff in developing routes and adhering to the established routings except in case of emergency.
• Assisting designated staff in the safe and efficient loading and unloading of the children.

Assists In Compliance And Sustains Standard Of Maintenance, And Adheres To Agency And State Regulations Associated With Transporting Children On a School Bus By

• Keeping school buses clean and properly sanitized.
• Performing complete and thorough daily pre-trip inspections and reporting equipment concerns and maintenance problems.
• Maintaining the strict requirement of the vehicle capacity.
• Ensuring the safe securement of all objects and appropriate use of car seats and seat belts.
• Maintaining all passengers, children, parents and volunteers seated and buckled at all times.
• Keeping daily roster and other related logs as needed.
• Verifying that emergency supplies and other equipment is maintained in proper working conditions.
• Assisting in the development and process of evacuation drills.
• Supporting management staff by performing tracking of maintenance for the vehicle assigned and provides reports as needed.
• Obtaining release on the roster upon returning the children.
• Maintaining all items assigned in good working condition.

Maintains Technical Knowledge By

• Participating in training by Agency staff and Department of Education as required.
• Maintaining all mandated training as required by the Department of Education and/or other state of federal agencies.

Facilitate a positive communication with children, parents and county staff by:

• Relaying information from county to families about classroom, health, and county activities.
• Assisting in relaying notes and messages from parents to designated county staff.
• Ensuring a pleasant and safe drive for the children and work collaboratively with assigned Bus Assistant to apply the Agency behavioral philosophies to reduce conflicts or excessive noise.
• Overseeing the appropriate storage, tracking and distributions of medications.
• Supporting Bus Assistant in communicating with families.

Contributes To Team Effort By

• Participate in team meetings, staff meetings and parent meetings when required.
• Establishing and maintaining open and positive communication and interaction with all staff.
• Providing positive and constructive input to all aspects of the program.
• Fostering an understanding of Head Start, its mission, goals, objectives, and program services.

Continually applies safety practices in all facets of the performance of duties by:

• Complying with agency safety standards.
• Supporting participation of a safe environment.
• Immediately reporting any unsafe or hazardous working conditions and/or any injury.
• Collaborating with management staff for the prompt completion of injury investigation, corrective actions, and inspections as required.

Maintains Confidence And Protects Agency Operations By

• Keeping information confidential.

Provides Emergency Services As An Mandatory First Responder By

• Responding to child/adult emergencies by using First Aid and CPR skills.
• Contacting appropriate medical personnel.
• Ensuring documentation related to incident is completed.
• Participating in fire drills and assisting in the evacuation of the children.

Other Responsibilities

• Performing other work related or assigned duties.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Current Oregon School Bus Driver Certificate.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $18.94 to $23.65 hourly. Placement within the range is determined by factors such as relevant experience, skills, certifications, and internal equity.

Benefits

OCDC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work–life balance. Eligible employees (20+ hours/week) may receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time off, sick leave, holidays, and paid leave programs
• Employer paid life and disability coverage, with voluntary options available
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness resources
• Optional benefits including pet insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

OCDC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. OCDC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please let us know.