SPED Non-CDL Driver - IDEA Los Encinos (Immediate Opening)

About the role

Provide safe transportation for SPED and/or RISE students to and from home and campus daily while reducing operational cost.

Pay

Compensation for this role is set at an hourly rate ranging between $15.34 for 0 years of experience and $19.18. This role is also eligible for a performance bonus based on team performance and goal attainment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan covering majority of employee premium for base medical plan and subsidizing majority of costs for spouse/domestic partner and children.
• Paid Family Leave: eligible staff may receive up to 8 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: staff may apply for up to 50% of tuition paid toward a qualifying degree program, up to $5,250 maximum per year subject to manager discretion and budget availability.
• Employer‑Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face‑to‑face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work‑life services at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parenting benefits.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Possible relocation allowance to defray moving costs, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students.
• Drive a SPED‑approved vehicle safely, in accordance with time schedules.
• Transport students to and from their homes, a variety of school sites, and on field trips as assigned.
• Oversee loading and unloading of students; only release students to authorized individuals; assure safety belts are fastened in passenger vans.
• Maintain order and proper discipline of passengers; resolve disputes; document and report severe disciplinary cases.
• Follow safety rules and procedures.
• Conduct established safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily.
• Maintain records and reports including mileage, routing, maintenance, and time schedules.
• Notify appropriate individuals of any delays in scheduled route.
• Maintain and carry proper credentials updated per DOT and IDEA policy.
• Take direction and feedback well.
• Maintain open communication channel with campus managers.
• Accept feedback, both positive and critical.
• Self‑reflect on own performance to improve continuously.
• Manage multiple tasks by prioritizing work.
• Adapt to changing circumstances while performing various tasks.
• Handle various tasks simultaneously within established time constraints.

Requirements

• Ability to assist the SPED Monitor and students with equipment such as wheelchairs, car seats, child safety restraints, and any other equipment required by the IEP.
• Ability to participate in ARD and IEP meetings with Special Education personnel and Principals