Salary Unstated
142d ago
VAN DRIVER - (BEGINNING YEARS)- 2211 Little Rock Rd Charlotte, North Carolina 28214
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The Willow Oaks Academy LLC
Charlotte, NC, US
Summary
The Van Driver is responsible for the safe transportation of children to and from the childcare facility while ensuring all safety protocols are followed. Additionally, the role involves assisting with facility grounds maintenance and other miscellaneous duties as needed.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Van Driver, you play a crucial role in ensuring the safe transportation of children to and from our childcare facility. Your commitment to safety and attention to detail are paramount in providing a secure and reliable transportation service for our young passengers.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe and hazard-free transportation vehicle.
- Ensure children are received by authorized persons.
- Maintain stocked and securely mounted first-aid kit.
- Keep updated emergency contact information for children during transport.
- Prevent children from being left unattended in the vehicle.
- Obtain written permission from parents for transportation.
- Ensure proper restraint of children in vehicles.
- Ensure medication from parents is handed directly to the teacher.
- Stay informed of children's special needs.
- Maintain functional communication devices for emergencies.
- Assist as needed with arriving and departing procedures
- Assist with maintaining facility grounds and other miscellaneous duties
Minimum Qualifications
- 21 years or older, or a duly licensed school bus driver.
- Valid driver's license of the type required under North Carolina Motor Vehicle Law for the vehicle being driven or comparable license from the state in which the driver resides.
- Must have exceptional driving record
- No convictions of Driving While Impaired (DWI) or any other impaired driving offense within the last 3 years.
- Eligibility to work with children in the state of North Carolina based on a criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in transportation or a childcare-related field.
- Certification in CPR and First Aid.
- Knowledge of child safety protocols and procedures.
- Experience working with children with special needs or medical conditions.
- Strong communication skills for interacting with parents and caregivers.
- Ability to remain calm and composed in emergency situations.
- Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations regarding transportation and childcare.
- Training in crisis management or emergency response.
- Experience using communication devices such as two-way radios or mobile phones.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and training in child safety practices.
Perks and Benefits
- Paid Vacation for qualifying employees
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Cost of Childcare
- Eligible for Bonuses
- Paid Holidays for qualifying employees
- Dental
- Get paid whenever you need with wages on-demand via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!
- Paid Training Hours
