Van Driver, Chester Children's Chorus (CCC)

Swarthmore College; Swarthmore (Delaware County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Swarthmore College seeks a part-time Van Driver to provide reliable transportation for children involved in the Chester Children's Chorus program. Responsibilities include ensuring passenger safety and maintaining order during travel. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license. The position offers competitive hourly pay and provides an opportunity to contribute to a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Experience with children is essential.
• Mature decision-making in unanticipated situations.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of passengers during transport.
• Account for all children at pick-up and drop-off points.
• Enforce motor vehicle safety laws.

Skills

Working with children

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job no: 494976
Work type: Part Time
Location: Swarthmore
Categories: Staff

Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods.

The Van Driver will provide reliable transportation between Chester and Swarthmore for children who take part in the Chester Children's Chorus program.

The pay for this position is $18.50 per hour, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting.

Essential Responsibilities:
Tasks performed include ensuring the safety of passengers, accounting for all children at pick-up and drop-off points, assuring children’s orderly behavior, and enforcing all motor vehicle safety laws.

Additional Responsibilities:
Drivers may be asked to drive for special concerts or appearances.

Required Qualifications:
Qualified candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience, skills and interest in working with children is essential. Must be able to work independently and make mature decisions in unanticipated situations. Must have a valid driver's license and pass criminal, child abuse, and driving background checks. Must be at least 25 years old to meet insurance requirements of rental agencies.

Preferred Qualifications:
Van driving experience not essential, but it is preferred.

Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and those with underrepresented identities are encouraged to apply.

Advertised: Aug 04 2023 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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