Childcare Bus Driver/Floater Teacher

Bus Driver Responsibilities

• Driving a 14-passenger school bus
• Assist in documentation for attendance and transportation services provided
• Bus inspections, maintaining scheduled bus/van maintenance, and bus cleaning is required daily
• Responsible for the morning (7:30a - 9:30a) and afternoon (2:30p - 4:30p) bus run Monday through Friday

Floater Responsibilities

• Provide support for the Lead and Assistant Teachers
• Aid in maintaining schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest and playtime
• Conducting daily duties such as serving meals, toileting/changing pull ups, recording daily reports/attendance, covers breaks, fill in during staff absence, engage in play and other daily activities
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for all children
• Attend and participate in Center-provided meetings and trainings to comply with state regulations for child care professionals

Requirements

• The Bus Driver should have previous driving experience and be comfortable working with groups of children ranging from (5 years of age - 12 years of age)
• At least a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age or older
• AA or higher degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field will have a competitive edge
• Current physical, and ability to pass BCI/FBI background check
• A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Comfortable driving a 14-passenger bus
• Experience driving a school bus or similar vehicle preferred
• Familiarity with safety procedures and regulations related to transporting children
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others
• Maintain a clean and neat appearance
• Ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers and support staff
• Reliable, compassionate, and able to create a warm, nurturing and responsive environment for children and families
• Must be dependable and maintain a good work record as to punctuality and daily attendance

Benefits

• Health and Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Financial and Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (with up to 3% Company Match)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Leave
• No Weekend Work
• Paid One-Hour Lunch Breaks
• Professional Development: Paid Professional Development Days, Employer-Sponsored Child Development Associate (CDA) Program
• Workplace Perks: Heavily Discounted Child Care, Referral Bonus Program (New Family & Staff Referrals), Complimentary Company Apparel, Free Coffee, Tea, and Snacks
• Bright and Inviting Facility, with Dedicated Staff Break Areas