VAN DRIVER

We are searching for a reliable, caring person for a part-time, split-shift position transporting our students to and from school. Up to 20 hours per week during a typical school week; we pay on allocated holidays and snow days. Position begins in mid-August and is contracted through the end of the school year. This position reports to the Director of Facilities.

Qualified Applicants:

• A valid Class-D driver’s license for the last three years with a satisfactory driving record
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Professional driving experience

Duties and Responsibilities (may include but are not limited to):

• Pick up students from each of two bus stops every morning and reverse the route in the afternoon every weekday when School is in session.
• Routine upkeep of School vehicles; including but not limited to refueling, basic operational checks, and maintaining interior cleanliness.
• Communicate clearly with School administrators to facilitate timely pick-ups and drop-offs and to manage students in the vehicle.
• Be sensitive to the needs of people, especially students and their parents, and show a pleasant disposition to all people in all situations.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures listed in the School’s Employee Handbook.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: 

• Ability to pass a CORI and fingerprint check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and vision examination, which includes drug and alcohol testing
• Fluency in English and be able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Commitment to the philosophy and goals of the School
• Patience and display willingness to work with students and their parents
• Possess and utilize skills in the areas of leadership, crisis management, organization, and verbal communication
• Excellent attendance and punctuality

Specific Training/Skills:

• Knowledge of State and Federal driving rules and regulations

Working conditions for this position may include regularly being required to stand; walk; drive; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to quickly adjust vision.

All employees are subject to a fingerprint check and a background investigation, per state law.  

The Clark School is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.