School Van Driver: Part-time, afternoons

Lake Forest Academy seeks a part-time driver to transport students to the train station on school day afternoons.   The driver will be expected to drive either a 14-seater white bus or school minivan, depending on the volume of passengers.  Work hours include Monday through Friday, 2:30pm-6:30pm, while school is in session. 

The driver interacts daily with children and serves as their trusted transportation to and from school. As such, the driver must be free of any traffic or legal violations and should have an authoritative, yet calming demeanor and a strong understanding of traffic laws.

Responsibilities include:

• Safely transport passengers to and from school

• Obey all traffic laws

• Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus at all times

• Ensure the safety of all passengers

• Assist passengers with getting on and off the bus as needed

• Perform inspections of the bus before and after each route

• Report any mechanical issues to supervisor and mechanic

Requirements:

• Valid Illinois drivers license, CDL preferred

• Must meet eligibility requirements in order to apply for an IL School Bus Permit (not required prior to hire):

  • 21+ years old

  • Clear driving record

  • Pass a skills test provided by the IL DOT

• Experience working with children or in a customer service role

Skills/Aptitude:

• Clear understanding of bus safety and traffic laws

• Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.

• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.

• Ability to communicate with students, co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.

• Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.

• Ability to use all relevant electronic and communication devices.

• Adapts procedures, processes, tools equipment and techniques to accomplish the requirements of the position.

• Ability to effectively communicate policies, and/or procedures in a manner easily understood by fellow employees.

• Knowledge of and proficiency in all OSHA and local requirements related to all assigned work.

Physical Requirements:

• Close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus, with or without corrective lenses.

Compensation:

This is a part-time hourly position while school is in session (roughly 40 weeks per year). The pay range is between $22-$25/hour, depending on the experience of the applicant.  

About Us:

Founded in 1857, Lake Forest Academy is a coed boarding school serving 450 academically bright and motivated students in grades 9 to 12 from across the globe. The Academy offers a rigorous curriculum focused on academic excellence and characterized by small classes and close faculty/student interaction. The school's mission of educational excellence is founded on the four pillars of character, scholarship, citizenship, and responsibility.  Please visit our website http://www.lfanet.org/ for more information about us.

Limitations and Disclaimer:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.  

Employment at Lake Forest Academy is "at-will," which means either you or Lake Forest Academy may terminate the employment relationship at any time and for any reason without prior notice. 

In accordance with Lake Forest Academy’s policies and state and federal law, receipt of this position is contingent upon the individual’s successful completion of all requirements to establish the legal right to work in the United States, as well as a background check.  In the event Lake Forest Academy has not received a complete background check prior to the first day of employment, employment will be on a temporary basis until such results are successfully completed.

Non-discrimination Policy:

Lake Forest Academy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. This means Lake Forest Academy will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, religion, color, sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, transitioned, transitioning or perceived to be transitioning), sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality, and bisexuality), marital status, domestic partner status, pregnancy and breastfeeding, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics or information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

Lake Forest Academy reasonably accommodates employees and/or applicants with disabilities provided the individual is otherwise qualified to perform the essential functions of the job.  If you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation, you must inform Lake Forest Academy’s Director of Human Resources.