Bus Driver

About the role

ADVOCAP’s Head Start program is accepting applications for Substitute Bus Drivers at our Fond du Lac Head Start Center. The position begins mid-August. ADVOCAP’s Head Start program prepares children ages 3-5 with quality early childhood education in Fond du Lac and Green Lake counties, while helping families reach financial, career, and educational goals.

This role requires a welcoming and friendly personality to ensure comfort and alignment with our mission of creating opportunities for people and communities to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency. The position involves providing safe transportation by driving a minibus for children ages 3-5 to and from various locations in the Fond du Lac area, as well as assisting in other program areas between driving duties.

Responsibilities

• Complete necessary documentation and record keeping as required by supervisor and Head Start regulations.
• Follow transportation regulations enacted by Head Start, State, and Federal Transportation Boards concerning the health and safety of children.
• Assist in the preparation of bus routes and adhere to fixed routes.
• Provide transportation for educational, medical field trips, and other special assignment trips.
• Receive and make phone calls to parents as needed.
• Monitor the safe operation and cleanliness of the bus.
• Communicate positively and effectively with children, families, and staff.
• Ensure that no one enters the bus other than yourself, the bus monitor, and the children.
• Enforce conduct and safety rules on the bus.
• Maintain promptness and ensure availability to work early morning, later evening hours, and occasional Fridays and weekends.

Requirements

• Bus endorsement required at time of hire or to be obtained within 6 weeks of hire.
• High school degree or GED/HSED and 12–18 months of previous related work experience.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule with possibly varying duties at various locations in the Fond du Lac area.
• Completion of internal training modules, skill-level programs, or other required training.
• Possess or obtain within the first 90 days of employment a CDL with bus endorsement.
• 50%+ of time on the job spent traveling using an Agency and/or personal vehicle.
• Must pass driving criteria per Agency insurance carrier and DOT regulations to be hired and maintain employment.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• CPR certified or willing to obtain certification.
• Pass physical, TB, and drug screenings, as well as a comprehensive background check.
• Reliable attendance and a professional work ethic.

Women, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply.