Van Driver

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Transportation, is responsible to drive district-owned vans or cars to safely transport Special Education students of all grade levels including preschool along assigned routes and to perform related work as required. • Transport Special Day Class, physically handicapped, and other Special Education students to designated points within, and outside, of the District and the county, based on student needs • Safely transport Special Education students over designated routes in accordance with time schedules • Load and unload students safely, quickly and efficiently; physically assist students in and out of the vehicle when required; escort students across streets when necessary, stopping traffic as required • Assists Special Education for the purpose of providing health care and other special needs during transportation; safe ingress and egress from buses including both emergency situations and normal transportation to and from schools, field trips, etc. • Monitors medical condition (e.g. seizures, emergencies, etc.) of students with disabilities for the purpose of maintaining student safety. • Assist in providing first aid for students in emergencies; use and assist in using a variety of emergency and safety equipment • Follow laws and regulations regarding vehicle operation as prescribed by the California Motor Vehicle Code and the California Highway Patrol, including procedures as required in case of an accident; exercise safe driving practices and maintains a safe driving record • Properly utilize safety harnesses and restraints as required • Secure and transport student medication as necessary • Maintain good order among students while the vehicle is in motion and while parked in loading and unloading zones, using methods suitable to the special needs of individual students • Cooperate with staff and parents at all times, including when loading and unloading students, when delivering written notes and notices

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Requirements / Qualifications

Under some circumstances, further testing may be required to determine if an applicant is able to perform the essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Comments and Other Information

Addtional clearance requirements for employment: Fingerprint clearance TB Clearance Clean driving record Pre-employment physical

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