Head Start Bus Driver

Central Kentucky Head Start; Brandenburg (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. seeks a part-time bus driver to transport students between Head Start centers and approved sites. The role requires a valid CDL, clean driving record, and First Aid/CPR certification.

You will operate accessible vehicles and complete required documentation while maintaining safety and reliability. The position covers Monday through Thursday, four hours per day, with a starting pay of $19.05 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CDL and a valid driver’s license with no recent violations.
• Must maintain personal liability insurance and a clean driving record.
• First Aid/CPR certification is required.
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs and raise objects to 18 inches high.
• Strong communication and ability to follow instructions precisely.

Responsibilities

• Transports students to and from Head Start centers and approved sites on time.
• Operates school vehicles, including accessible buses, per regulations and routes.
• Keeps timely, accurate documentation and records as required.
• Maintains agency property and ensures vehicles are clean and safe.
• Communicates effectively with staff, families, and stakeholders.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

CDL

First Aid/CPR

Lifting 60 lbs

Lifting to 18in

Strong communication

Clear instruction comprehension

Vision adequate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Head Start bus driver transports students to and from Head Start centers and other approved sites while ensuring the safety of passengers. School vehicles are cleaned and maintained in a safe, orderly manner and operated in accordance with all applicable regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Possesses knowledge and expertise resulting in continuous improvement of efficient and effective services.
• Ensures quality services are delivered through seamless interaction with all stakeholders.
• Ensures school transportation vehicles, including handicapped accessible vehicles, are operated in a designated route within time schedules and in accordance with all applicable regulations.
• Sees that documentation and recordkeeping are timely and accurately completed and maintained as required by program policies and procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring agency property is properly maintained.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with no points against license or condition of any moving violations within the past two years; must ascertain no involvement in injury or property damage accident of own responsibility within the past two years.
• Must possess personal liability insurance.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
• Must possess a valid First Aid/CPR certification.
• Must be able to lift/manipulate/move objects weighing no more than 60lbs. from one place to another.
• Must be able to lift from the floor to 18in. above the shoulder.
• Must have the ability to comprehend, process, interpret, and carry-out instructions related to the job.
• Vision sufficiently correctable to permit full performance of all job duties required.
• Strong communication skills required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

SCHEDULE:

Monday-Thursday; 4 hours per day.

PAY:

$19.05 per hour.

Central Kentucky Community Action Council Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.