ECEAP Bus Driver

The Child Care Action Council (CCAC) is a non-profit agency whose mission is to promote and nurture early learning communities where families and children thrive. We have programs to support both childcare providers and families. At a local, regional, and state level, our staff collaborate with a diverse group of individuals and organizations working on behalf of and in partnership with children and their families. Through these relationships, we are better able to address our goals for equity, inclusion, and social justice. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a diverse team. 

The job of the Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) Bus Driver is done for the purpose of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in a safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of passengers during transport, loading, and unloading from buses.

Responsibilities of this position:

• Operate assigned school buses and/or vans for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes and to/from school, center events and/or field trips in a safe, legal, and timely manner.
• Develop bus routes for the purpose of ensuring that program objectives are achieved.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections using approved procedures (e.g., fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and meeting state requirements.
• Assist students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses including both emergency situations (including bus evacuations) and normal transport.
• Comply with program safety rules for the purpose of ensuring safe transportation of passengers.
• Inform school personnel, parents, etc. of practices and incidents (e.g., rules, regulations, laws, procedures, etc.) for the purpose of providing information for follow-up action and/or proper procedures.
• Maintain assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior (e.g., cleaning, checking fluid levels, restraints, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle
• Maintain files and/or records (e.g., route schedule, program records, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring an up-to-date audit trail for compliance.
• Prepare documentation (e.g., incident reports, inspections, passenger misconduct, mileage, daily logs, emergency forms, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Arrange for needed repairs and maintenance of bus for the purpose of keeping vehicle in good working order.
• Assess bus vests and camwraps for the purpose of ensuring safe operating condition.
• Report incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Reads, understands, and follows all motor vehicles laws of the State of Washington and Washington State Laws for School Bus Drivers for the purpose of adhering to applicable laws and/or regulations.
• Interact with children, families, and co-workers in a positive manner.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

·      High school diploma or equivalent

·      A valid Washington State driver’s license.

Position Requirements:

·      A CDL with S endorsement prior to transporting children (paid training provided if needed).

·      Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and meet all health, immunization, and training requirements per federal, state, or local laws and regulations.

·      A DCYF Portable Background Check.

·      Proof of a recent negative TB test.

·      Infant/Child CPR/First Aid certification.

·      Participation in assigned initial and on-going professional development.

Other things to know:

·      This position works 7.5 hours/day (M-Th) x 140/days (including paid holidays), September – June, with occasional additional hours as scheduled.

·      A $1.00/hr wage enhancement will be added to the pay rate for the regular use of Spanish in this position, with an additional $.50 /hr for the regular use of a third language.

·      We require a COVID-19 vaccination or CCAC-approved exemption.

How to apply:

Apply with a resume and a document answering the following three questions:

1.    What interests you about this position?

2.    What experience do you have transporting students and/or working with young children?

3.    What do you want to do differently in your next job compared to your current job?

Health insurance (80% employer paid), dental and vision provided starting the first day of the month following hire; employer-paid retirement plan; paid sick days and holidays.

Salary : $21 - $25