Head Start Substitute Bus Driver (Ada County; Boise, Idaho; ...)

Friends of Children and Families, Inc.; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Friends of Children and Families, Inc. seeks a Head Start Substitute Bus Driver to safely transport children to and from Head Start locations in Ada County and Boise, Idaho. This on-call role offers a $20.60/hour starting wage and flexible short-term or long-term assignments.

Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, safe transport, and assisting with emergency evacuation drills, while coordinating with teachers and staff to ensure positive, nurturing experiences for preschool children.

Qualifications

• Must meet DOT 391.11 (B)(1) age requirement (21+).
• Commercial Driver’s License with passenger and school bus endorsements and clean driving record.
• Must register on the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of the bus.
• Safely transport children between pickup points and schools.
• Conduct emergency evacuation practice monthly with children.
• Create/update bus routes as needed during the school year.
• Submit documentation to meet state and federal requirements.
• Collaborate with teacher aides to provide safe experiences for children.
• Engage with families, staff, and drivers to communicate effectively.

Skills

DOT compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL with passenger & school bus endorsements

FMCSA Clearinghouse registration

Job description

Head Start Substitute Bus Driver (Ada County; Boise, Idaho; ...)

Head Start Substitute Bus Driver

Position is On Call - $20.60/hour

Friends of Children and Families is a non-profit organization serving Ada and Elmore Counties specializing in services to pre-school children and their families. As a mission-based organization our employees positively impact children and families in our community by empowering them through early childhood education and family engagement.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides and ensures safe and efficient transportation of children to and from Friends of Children and Families (FOCAF) Head Start schools; performs related work as required. On-call position can be short-term or long-term.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

(not all inclusive)

• Performs pre & post trip inspections of bus.
• Safely transports children between pickup/drop off points and school and reports delays or accidents.
• Conducts or assists in conducting emergency evacuation practice monthly with all children.
• Creates route directional and updates as needed throughout the school year.
• Submits documentation for program state and federal requirements.
• Follows appropriate procedures if parents are not at stop at time of child’s scheduled drop off.
• Ability to understand children’s needs and be able to meet them.
• Partner with assistant teacher/ bus monitors to provide positive and safe experiences for children being transported.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, team to problem solve, reinforce teaming concepts, and implement program goals.
• Effectively and appropriately responds and communicates with parents, volunteers, bus drivers, and co-workers on a variety of different topics.
• Keeps immediate supervisor, and program leadership fully and accurately informed of all work related situations.
• Prioritizes and adjusts to the changing demands of the position.
• Handles and adapts to stressful situations.
• Remains up to date with policies and practices.
• On Call based on the needs of the program.
• Demonstrates commitment for professional development and continuous growth by actively seeking out and participating in training opportunities.
• Engages with supervisor and co-workers on constructive and timely feedback, accepting feedback as a growth opportunity, and is open to continuous improvement for oneself and the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be 21 years of age per DOT Regulation #391.11 (B)(1).
• Possession of a Commercial Driver’s License issued by the State of Idaho with passenger and school bus endorsements and a clean driving record
• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED.
• Must register on the FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

This is a non-management position. This is an on call position.