Childcare Bus Driver

Indianapolis Public Schools; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Indianapolis Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Childcare Bus Driver to safely transport children to and from daycare. The ideal candidate will be responsible, dependable, and passionate about working with kids. This role requires maintaining vehicle safety and building positive relationships with families.

Qualifications

• Passion for serving homeless women and children.
• Responsible and enjoys working with kids.

Responsibilities

• Drive children to or from daycare.
• Check vehicle condition and report malfunctions.
• Comply with traffic regulations.

Skills

Dependability

Relationship Building

Safety Awareness

Job description

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Position Summary

The position of Daycare Driver reports to the Senior Kids Program Manager and requires a highly motivated person who has a passion for following God and serving homeless women and children. As the Kids Driver, this person will be responsible for safely driving kids to or from daycare, while maintaining good relationships and boundaries with each family involved. The successful candidate will be responsible, dependable, and enjoy working with kids.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Drive children to or from daycare.
• Check the condition of the vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, fuel, and safety equipment to ensure everything is in working order.
• Report any malfunctions or needed repairs. Refill gas and track expenses as needed.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles safely and courteously.
• Help children follow safety rules during boarding, exiting vans, and crossing roads and parking lots.
• Inform staff and residents if children are not arriving on time or if behavioral issues arise.
• Keep van interiors clean.
• Create a calm transportation environment, adjusting temperature, sounds, and enforcing rules as needed.
• Build positive relationships with residents, staff, and volunteers; develop knowledge of the resident population to inform duties.
• Maintain confidentiality, objectivity, and professional boundaries with residents, volunteers, and donors.
• Participate actively in weekly staff meetings and contribute to positive team development.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Distribution and Supply Chain

Industries

• Truck Transportation