Bus Drivers and Afterschool Support

Summary

We are seeking a reliable, safety-conscious, and child-friendly individual to serve as a Bus Driver and After-School Support Staff member for our childcare center. This dual-role position is responsible for safely transporting children to and from school, field trips, and other scheduled activities, while also providing hands-on support in our after-school program.

The ideal candidate has a clean driving record, experience working with children, and a calm, positive demeanor. When not driving, the support staff duties include assisting with snack distribution, supervising homework and playtime, helping maintain a safe and organized environment, and supporting teachers with classroom management and activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a childcare center vehicle, following all traffic laws and safety guidelines
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Maintain accurate transportation logs and communicate with administrative staff as needed
• Supervise children during transport and ensure proper behavior and safety protocols
• Provide engaging supervision and support during after-school hours
• Assist with classroom transitions, activities, and cleanup

This role is essential in helping create a nurturing, structured, and safe environment for the children we serve.

Duties

• Follow safety rules as students board and exit buses or cross streets near bus stops.
• Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.
• Check the condition of a vehicle's tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything is in working order.
• Maintain order among pupils during trips to ensure safety.
• Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules.
• Report any bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
• Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools, and school activities.
• Prepare and submit reports that may include the number of passengers or trips, hours worked, mileage, fuel consumption, or fares received.
• Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures.
• Keep bus interiors clean for passengers.
• Read maps and follow written and verbal geographic directions.
• Report delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
• Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.

Requirements

• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Follow safety procedures for vehicle operation.
• Inspect motor vehicles.
• Drive passenger vehicles.
• Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.
• Drive passenger vehicles.
• Record operational details of travel.
• Maintain professional knowledge or certifications.
• Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
• Read maps to determine routes.
• Receive information or instructions for performing work assignments.
• Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.
• Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety.
• Maintain vehicles in good working condition.

Nice To Haves

CDA degree or higher