Aide/Driver (School Age Programs)

Horizon Education Centers; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Virtual Health Care

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Tuition Programs

401(k) / 403(b) match

Childcare discount

Job summary

Horizon Education Centers is seeking dedicated drivers to transport children to and from school and our childcare centers, including field trips during breaks and summer. Hours are 2pm–6pm at East Lorain Childcare Center, with pay of $13.75 hourly for classroom aide plus $3.00 hourly for driving.

Qualified applicants must be 21+, have a clean driving record, and a license held for at least 5 years. No CDL required; training provided. Benefits include health coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be 21 years of age and have a current license with a clean driving record (no more than 4 points) to drive Horizon, training provided.
• Drivers must be licensed for a minimum of 5 years.
• Must be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs.
• Some training, experience and/or interest in child development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive 14-passenger school minibus and/or 6-passenger minivans.
• Care and supervision of children at all times in accordance with licensing standards and best practices.
• Work as part of a team with other teachers, leads, center staff and the director.
• Assist in documentation for attendance and transportation services provided.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and other staff through prompt and professional service.
• Seasonal field trips and destination trips; supervise children during events.
• Bus inspections, mileage logs, and bus cleaning.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family information.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Do you enjoy driving? Horizon is looking for experienced drivers to transport children to and from school and our childcare centers, and on field trips during breaks and summer.For over 46 years, Horizon has been at the forefront of providing high-quality care and education, significantly shaping the lives of children. Horizon offers programs for children 6 weeks to 14 years of age. Our Mission: to provide high-quality early childhood education, care, and youth development programs. Horizon Education Centers proudly serves a range of communities in Cleveland, Elyria, Lorain, North Olmsted, Berea, Parma, and Lakewood. These primary communities are at the heart of our commitment to early childhood education.Classroom Aide/School Age Driver**Drivers are required to care for and monitor the children on the field trip.Location: East Lorain Childcare CenterWage Information: Pay rate of $13.75 per hour for classroom aide and an additional $3.00 per hour for driving. Driving is required for this position.Reports to: Center DirectorHours: 2pm to 6pm, Monday through Friday. Hours may adjust to meet specific site hours. Some locations may have opportunities to work until 6pm with school-age children as well.Job Description:Drive 14-passenger school minibus and/or 6-passenger minivans. (No CDL required)Responsible for the care and supervision of children at all times in accordance with licensing standards and best practicesWork as part of a team with other teachers, leads, center staff and the directorAssist in documentation for attendance and transportation services providedBuild positive relationships with children, families and other staff members through prompt and accurate response and service, cheerful and professional attitude, and problem-solving spiritSeasonal requirements would include field trips, additional destination trips, and supervision of the children during the eventBus inspections, maintaining of mileage log, and bus cleaning is requiredMaintain professionalism and confidentiality with personnel and family informationAll other duties as needed/assignedQualifications:High school diploma or equivalent is requiredMUST be 21 years of age and have a current license with a clean driving record (no more than 4 points) to drive Horizon, training provided. Drivers must be licensed for a minimum of 5 years.Some training, experience and/or interest in child development preferredWillingness to update job knowledge with required training, DCY licensing rules and SUTQ professional development opportunities, and industry trendsMust be able to adapt quickly to changing environments and assignments as requiredWe seek someone who is prompt and reliable and who possesses a genuine love of childrenMust be able to lift and carry a minimum of 40 lbs. as requiredMust be able to pass background checks and physical/ medical screening as requiredEmployee Benefits:Medical coverage for employees who work 30+ hours a week, year-roundDental, Vision, and Life Insurance for year-round, full-time or part-time 20+ hours per weekVirtual Health Care and Mental Health Care for year-round or seasonal employees, full-time or part-time 20+ hours a weekPre-paid employment screenings/onboarding, including, but not limited to, fingerprints, and physical/immunization for all employeesPaid Time Off (after 90-day probationary period) and Holiday Pay (after your 1st full pay period for New Hires)Paid professional development for full or part-time positionsLearn and Earn Tuition Programs for year-round full-time or part-time 20+ hours per week positions403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with match options after a year of employment for year-round, full-time or part-time 20+ hour positionsDiscounted childcare for all full-time, part-time or seasonal positions (must apply or prove not eligible for publicly funded childcare)