Flexible School Van Driver — Substitute Role

Hamilton Community School; Hamilton (MI); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 25.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Hamilton Community Schools is seeking a Substitute Van Driver to support safe student transportation and reliable service for the district's families. As a substitute driver, you’ll work on an on-call basis, helping cover routes and activities while staying active in the community and maintaining a schedule that fits family life.

The role emphasizes safety, conduct, and teamwork, with training and compliance requirements, including a clean driving record, background checks, and the ability to

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must pass alcohol/ Drug testing.
• Favorable results from a Driver Record check required.
• Must be fingerprinted and have a Criminal Background check.
• Michigan Chauffeur's license preferred.
• Must have DOT/Michigan Department of Education physical at the clinic approved by the Hamilton Community Schools Transportation Supervisor.
• Must maintain a good driving record.
• Must complete training for school drivers required by the State of Michigan and Hamilton Community Schools.
• Must complete all Advanced School Driving classes as required by the State of Michigan and Hamilton Community Schools.

Responsabilidades

• Safely transport students to and from school, activities, etc.
• Effectively and appropriately manage student behaviors
• Ability to multi-task for the services that we provide
• Maintain a cooperative attitude and build rapport with students, peers, supervisors, parents, school personnel, and the community
• Use effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Present self in a professional manner including attire and being alert and attentive
• Successfully complete all initial and ongoing required trainings, meetings, classes and professional development
• Work together as a team to keep interior and exterior of vehicle clean, safe and presentable
• Quickly and safely evacuate vehicle in case of an emergency
• Check student roster to ensure proper ridership
• Maintain current knowledge of all student requirements, such as medical protocols, IEP’s, etc. and respond appropriately to events by following written protocols
• While students are exiting, check vehicle for remaining/lost students, items, etc. ENSURE ALL PASSENGERS AREOUT OF THE VEHICLEat the end of the trip.
• Properly secure students in required safety equipment and restraints (i.e. wheelchairs, harnesses, etc.)
• Safely assist non-ambulatory students into and out of the vehicle
• Accurately complete reports and paperwork in a timely manner. Including, vehicle maintenance requests, student behavior referrals, timecards, directions, etc.
• Abide by federal law, state law, and district policies, procedures, and expectations
• Utilize technology when required
• Consistently perform thorough and accurate pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Immediately report accidents
• Ensure vehicle is properly fueled according to department policy
• Prepare vehicle for student transport including inclement weather, harnesses, wheelchair tie-downs, etc.
• Safely and appropriately operate various types of school buses and equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment
• Report any safety or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
• Report all moving violations to Transportation Supervisor, including any received while on or off the clock
• Clean vehicle as designated by department procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Safe driving

Professional communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Hamilton Community Schools is seeking a Substitute Van Driver to support safe student transportation and reliable service for the district's families. As a substitute driver, you’ll work on an on-call basis, helping cover routes and activities while staying active in the community and maintaining a schedule that fits family life.

The role emphasizes safety, conduct, and teamwork, with training and compliance requirements, including a clean driving record, background checks, and the ability to