Preschool Van Driver

JOB DESCRIPTION   

Vehicle Driver  

EMPLOYEE: 

REPORTS TO: Program Director 

JOB SUMMARY 

Drives and maintains approved vehicles to transport children.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS  

Follows Kiddie Academy® transportation guidelines.

• Drives approved vehicle to and from the academy and specified pick-up sites according to assigned route and schedule. 

• Assists children as necessary in entering and exiting a vehicle. 

• Takes attendance of children at each pick-up location. Make sure all children are accounted for. Follow the Van Procedures Agreement. 

• Maintains a copy of enrollment record for each school-age child in vehicle with complete and updated emergency card information and child's photo. 

• Ensures that all children are secured in an individual seat belt before the engine is started, if available. Regulates heating, lighting and ventilating for passenger comfort. 

• Complies with local traffic regulations. Reports delays or accidents. 

• Completes Daily Vehicle Checklist. 

• Notifies the Director when maintenance is needed. Takes a vehicle for quarterly maintenance. 

• Inspects vehicles and checks gasoline, oil, and water before departure. 

• Cleans and services vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories; checks tire pressure and adjusts mirrors. 

• Keeps record of field trips and number of children. 

• May assist teachers in supervising children as required. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

Performs other similar or related duties as necessary.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS 

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and knowledge of all Department of Transportation Guidelines for the transporting of children. 

• He/She must meet all state and local requirements for the position, including Motor Vehicle Administration Check, physical and Criminal Background Check. 

• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist high.