Bus Driver

Description

Safely transport children between the child care center and school

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• A valid driver’s license for the type of vehicle driven with at least one year of driving experience A driving record approved by the Encompass’ insurance company 
• Must pass Encompass’ driving test
• Work history demonstrating reliability, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

• ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
• Safely drive a 15 passenger school bus
• Maneuver throughout the inside and outside of the bus in order to check safety and alarm features and ensure children are safely secured
• Remain focused and not distracted from driving responsibilities 
• Follow established pick-up and delivery schedule 
• Relate and communicate effectively with children and adults
• Monitor attendance of children; report children’s unexpected absences and/or incidents involving children to Center Director immediately

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:

1. Exhibit agency values in daily work and demonstrate commitment to the Encompass Mission
2. While transporting children, abide by traffic rules and regulations, state licensing requirements and Encompass policies and procedures
3. Ensure children's safety whether in the bus, in parking lots, on sidewalks, and while boarding or exiting the bus
4. Maintain clean and safe conditions of the bus
5. Complete accurately and on time all required reports and/or necessary record keeping
6. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

1. Encompass Early Education and Care Values and Mission

Respect is shown 

• Simple acts of kindness are shown to other staff, parents, and children
• Confidentiality is maintained at all times
• Differences are accepted without judgment or discrimination 
• Others are treated kindly; no person is diminished

Appreciation is shown:

• Others are told they did something well
• “Thank you” is offered genuinely and often
• Others feel valued and important

Communication is clear:

• You listen to others when they talk 
• You keep your co-workers and parents informed 
• You talk to people, not about people
• Appropriate chain of command is observed; concerns are voiced to the Center Director

Honesty is part of all you say and do:

• You do what you say you will do
• You are truthful

Laughter is part of each day:

• You perform your work with happiness, enthusiasm, and a sense of joy
• You delight in small things and enjoy the moment 
• You are able to laugh at yourself and with others, but not at someone else

The Encompass Mission is lived when:

• Quality care is provided and supported by what you do
• Compassion is shown in your dealings with others
• Your voice is a voice for the well-being of all children

1. While transporting children, abide by traffic rules and regulations, state licensing requirements and Encompass policies and procedures

• This duty has been performed well when:

- accidents due to driver’s fault do not occur

- all accidents and traffic violations are immediately reported to the Center Director and all applicable procedures are followed

- valid reports are not received regarding unacceptable driving habits including, but not limited to, speeding and ‘slow and roll’ through stop signs, cell phone usage)

- cell phone usage follows Encompass’ policy, including the use of personal and Encompass owned cell phones

- bus is used for Encompass business only; personal errands during work time do not occur

- all requirements set forth by state licensing are followed

- suggestions and feedback are offered to the supervisor regarding set up or alterations to the route

1. Ensure children’s safety in the bus, in parking lots, on sidewalks, and while boarding or exiting the bus

• This duty has been performed well when:

- attendance sheets are maintained, children are accounted for at the beginning and end of each transport

- children are not left unattended at any time 

- established procedures are followed regarding variations in children’s transportation schedules (no-shows, etc.)

- children are secured in appropriate safety seats or restraints at all times

- doors are locked at all times

- assistance is provided when children enter and exit the bus

- keys are removed from the ignition whenever the driver's seat is left unattended

- in the event of an injury, child’s teacher and/or Center Director is notified and assistance is provided with completing the appropriate accident/injury report

1. Maintain clean and safe conditions in the bus 

• This duty has been performed well when:

- safety and alarm checks are done routinely in compliance with state licensing and Encompass’ policies

- annual bus evacuation drill is conducted upon direction of Center Director

- bus floor is swept at least weekly; dirt, paper, extra clothing, etc. is removed on an ongoing basis

- gasoline tank is filled as needed, using center credit card for gas purchases only

- Center Director or Facilities Manager is notified promptly of any malfunction or concerns with the bus

1. Complete accurately and on time all required reports and/or necessary office record keeping

• This duty has been performed well when:

- Responsibility for recording time worked via time clock is performed consistently

- Absence from Site forms are turned into your supervisor per center policy

- receipts are turned in immediately after making a purchase

1. Perform other duties assigned by supervisor