After-School Van Driver

Overview

Join our team as an After-School Van Driver and become a vital part of providing safe, reliable transportation for students and community members. In this role, you will operate a passenger van to transport children school to the After-School Program at Jewish for Good.

Duties

• Safely operate passenger van, following all traffic laws and transportation safety regulations.
• Pick up and drop off students at designated locations, ensuring timely and secure transportation.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle, including wheelchair assistance when necessary.
• Follow emergency response procedures for transportation incidents, including CPR and first aid protocols.
• Maintain communication with dispatch or supervisors using clear, professional language to report delays or issues.
• Conduct routine vehicle inspections before each shift to ensure vehicle safety and cleanliness; perform quick responses to traffic changes or road hazards.
• Manage student behavior with positive discipline techniques while fostering a respectful environment onboard.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; experience in bus driving, school bus driving, or transit bus operation preferred.
• Knowledge of traffic laws, vehicle codes, and state/local commercial driving laws applicable to passenger vehicles.
• Certification in first aid, CPR, and emergency stop procedures for transportation is highly desirable.
• Experience working with children or seniors; strong behavior management skills are essential.
• Ability to lift heavy items safely when assisting passengers or handling equipment; physical stamina required for long periods of driving and standing.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with school policies, student discipline procedures, and transportation safety regulations is advantageous.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Work Location: In person