Position Description
HEAD START BUS DRIVER
GENERAL
STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Provides
safe and punctual transportation for program children to and from Head
Start classes, field trips, and program-related activities.
SUPERVISION
RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Site Supervisor.
SUPERVISION
EXERCISED: Supervision of other employees is not a responsibility of
this class.
TYPICAL
EXAMPLES OF WORK: An employee in this classification may perform any of the
following duties. However, these examples do not include all the specific
tasks that an employee may be expected to perform.
1.
Transports passengers on program-related activities by the most
direct route. Develops and plans bus routes in coordination with site team
members and under the direction of supervisor. Responsible for safety of
children on the bus. Uses positive approaches in directing and guiding
children.
2.
Keeps assigned vehicle clean and equipped for emergencies. Reports
any malfunctions. Keeps accurate and complete records within allotted time
lines – to include: all pre-trip and post-trip checks, class rosters,
routes, mileage (as assigned), absentee child tracking, and other records
as assigned. Closely follows program procedures for staff, family, and
supervisor notification in the event that it is required.
3.
Monitors own licensing and training requirements and ensures that
current and legal bus driving requirements are maintained at all times.
Provides results of physical examination as required or upon request.
4.
Participates as member of the annual program self-assessment.
5.
Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.
6.
A professional and courteous manner and ability to work
harmoniously with other employees, agencies, parents, and the general
public are also required.
7.
Maintains confidentiality and exercises sound judgment concerning
privileged information.
8.
May be assigned other responsibilities that enhance program goals
and objectives.
MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY
Must have and maintain an Oregon Driver’s License with a
satisfactory driving record for the previous three years and a Commercial
Driver’s License (CDL), S Certificate and any certification required by
the Oregon Department of Pupil Transportation required to drive a school
bus, or the ability to obtain one in a timely manner.
Must possess and maintain First Aid and CPR certification,
TB/Tuberculin assessment, and health verification.
Ability to manage physically active children ages 3-5 within
weight range of up to 50 pounds, including restraining, guiding, pursuing,
withstanding sudden movements.
Ability to bend, stoop and lift or move.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Employment subject to approval by Head Start Policy Council
and enrollment in Oregon Child Care Division Criminal History Registry.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
High
school diploma or equivalent. Experience working with children ages 3 to
5. Previous bus driving experience and satisfactory completion of bus
driving certification requirements, or any equivalent combination of
experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and
abilities.
