Sub Van Driver

Purpose

Drive a district van through designated routes according to established time schedules; pick-up and drop-off regular and/or special needs students at designated stops.

Essential Functions

• Administer first aid.
• Complete basic record-keeping procedures.
• Use good interpersonal skills and the ability to use tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Use safe and defensive driving practices and properly operate school vehicles.
• Support the value of an education.
• Support the philosophy and mission of Derby Public Schools.
• Comply with all district policies, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain order and a positive environment among students in the vehicle.
• Ensure students are safe and secure in the vehicle, using equipment as required.
• Supervise student conduct during transport to assure safe vehicle operation.
• Refuel and perform safety checks and inspections on vans.
• Complete trip records, daily vehicle reports, and vehicle inspection reports.
• Review route changes, passenger changes, challenges, safety hazards, or incidents with supervisor or designee as needed for recommended actions.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance to fully meet work responsibilities.
• Relate to students in a warm and caring manner.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Transportation/Supply Supervisor that are consistent with the general requirements and qualifications of this position.

Physical Requirements / Environmental Conditions

• Requires the ability to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods.
• Requires the ability to stoop, bend, reach, and/or lift.
• Requires the ability to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Must regularly lift and move up to 20 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Requires regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to administer first aid.
• Ability to complete basic record-keeping procedures.
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to use tact, patience, and courtesy.
• Ability to use safe and defensive driving practices and properly operate school vehicles.