Driver

Company:  KinderCare Education
Location: Federal Way
Closing Date: 17/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award , we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to sharein neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, youll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But youll never be alone. Youll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact youre making on the lives of young learners and their familiesand knowing that your work matters.

Make the wheels on our bus go round and round join the KinderCare team as a Driver! As a Driver, you are responsible for safely transporting staff and the children we serve to and from school, field trips and other locations.

When you join our team as a Driver you will:

  • Ensure the safety and supervision of children during transport to schools, field trips, and other locations as approved by the Center Director
  • Comply with KinderCare and all governmental regulations regarding the care of children
  • Keep the Center Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of children
  • Help with and take on responsibility in other daily center duties, as needed
  • Transport center vehicle for servicing (oil change, state inspections, etc.), as needed
  • Attend and participate in all staff meetings, center events, and parent/customer meetings, as requested

Qualifications:
  • Current drivers license required with no more than three moving violations in the past three years (no alcohol or drug related convictions)
  • At least 21 years of age and able to drive center vehicles
  • CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
  • Able to work flexible hours and assignments
  • Good verbal, listening, and written communication skills
  • At least two years of experience transporting children preferred
  • The ability to lift up to 40 pounds is strongly desired and may be required to work in some classrooms or in the kitchen
  • Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Our benefits meet you where you are. Were here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

Investing in you is an investment in our future : Starting rate of pay is $16.70/hour. KinderCare also has a robust tenure-based pay model that begins at 1 year of service for qualified individuals.

  • Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
  • Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
  • Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
  • Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
  • and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, were matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, youll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if youre anything like us, youll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Primary Location : Federal Way, Washington, United States

Job : Teacher and Center Staff

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