Alternative (Van) Driver

Washington Elementary School; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Elementary School District in Phoenix seeks an Alternative (Van) Driver to transport students to and from school, perform pre-trip inspections, and keep vans safe and presentable.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid within 30 days, a valid AZ Driver’s License and AZ IVP FPCC; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred. Calendar is 199 days with pay range $16.65–$19.98 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED prior to hire.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• First Aid certification within 30 days of hire.
• AZ Driver’s License prior to hire.
• AZ IVP FPCC clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Transports students to and from school and conducts pre-trip inspections.
• Cleans the van and maintains cleanliness inside and outside.
• Monitors student behavior and documents incidents.
• Performs field trips and transports students needing special accommodations.
• Performs other duties as required by the department.

Skills

Understanding traffic laws

Vehicle safety

Defensive driving

Operating a bus

Hazard response

Disciplinary procedures

Student behavior management

Field trips transportation

Route adherence

Communication skills

Basic vehicle repairs

Using admin software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Alternative (Van) Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 5566352
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Mar 03, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Pay Grade: N(Non-Exempt Support Staff Salary Placement)

Department: Transportation

Accountable To: Director of Transportation

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Calendar: 199 days

Creation/Revision Date: June 12, 2025

Summary: Under general supervision, incumbent(s) transports students to and from school, conducts pre-trip inspections of vans, ensures vans are safe and presentable, maintains discipline, and prepares incident documents when appropriate.

Essential Functions:

• Provides transportation for students to and from school including driving through neighborhoods, congested traffic and on major streets while practicing defensive driving methods. Assess emergency breakdowns by determining problem and when to call office for assistance.
• Cleans the van including floors, seats, windows, exterior, and disposing of trash.
• Maintains order on the van according to state law and District policy by monitoring student behavior. Keeps records of all warnings and prepares behavior incident documentation when appropriate. Attends conferences with principals and parents when behavior becomes an on-going problem.
• Performs special assignments including driving for field trips in town/state, and transporting special needs students requiring special accommodations.
• Performs other duties as required..

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) prior to being hired;
• Valid cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification within 30 days of hire;
• Valid First Aid certification within 30 days of hire;
• Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Driver’s License prior to hire.v
• Obtain and maintain a valid Arizona Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card (AZ IVP FPCC).

Preferred Qualifications:

It is preferred that applicant possesses the following preferred qualifications; however, the following qualifications are not required to be eligible for this position.

• Valid Arizona Department of Transportation Commercial Driver’s License within 30 days of hire;
• One year of transportation experience;
• Valid passenger (P) endorsement.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications for this job description are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills required, but not limited to, for this position include:

• Understanding traffic laws;
• Applying vehicle safety;
• Applying defensive driving methods;
• Operating a bus;
• Identifying and responding to hazardous situations;
• Applying school disciplinary procedures;
• Maintaining safe environment for children;
• School rules, policies and disciplinary steps;
• Making minor bus repairs as indicated in the essential duties;
• Following established routes for student pick-up and drop off;
• Applying defensive driving techniques;
• Using computer software related programs;
• Engaging and encouraging communication skills while interacting with supervisors, staff, students, etc. to exchange information.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell.

The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions:

The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to work near moving mechanical parts and outdoor weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Washington Elementary School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Civil Rights Act Title VII of 1972, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Washington Elementary School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability or age in employment or in any of its educational programs or in the provisions of benefits and services to students.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16.65 to $19.98 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

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