What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver/Teacher Assistant position at United Community Action Network?
United Community Action Network has a Bus Driver/Teacher Assistant opening for Head Start.
40 Hours Per Week - 43 Weeks Per Year
- Provide safe and punctual transportation for enrolled children, staff and volunteers to and from Head Start classes and field trips.
- Develop and plan bus routes with transportation services supervisor before classes begin in September and as changes occur. Maintain updated pick-up and delivery schedule for children; keep route within one hour. Any changes must be made within 24 hours of notice of change.
- Share responsibility of maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment. Maintain a receptive atmosphere in the classroom through open communication. Work collaboratively with classroom team members for any classroom assigned too.
- Provide food service in compliance with sanitation and USDA regulations. Provide a developmentally appropriate, nurturing rest time in accordance with childcare division rules.
- Maintain consistent and open communication with staff and parents.
- Observe children and document observations as directed by teacher.
- Maintain current emergency file on children. Conduct monthly, or more frequently if needed, bus safety training for children, which includes: buckling seat belts, staying seated and evacuation drills.
- Conduct and document required Oregon Department of Transportation pre-trip checks. Assure that bus is maintained as outlined in the Bus Repair and Maintenance Policy reporting malfunctions immediately to supervisor. Sweep daily, as needed; wash bus once a month.
- Monitor licensing and training requirements.
- Report and document incidents of suspected child abuse and neglect to DHS and child development services supervisor within 24 hours of incident.
- Respect the confidentiality of information about Head Start children and families, staff and personnel issues, and agency operations.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, peer groups and team meetings.
- Regular and consistent attendance is required.
- Paid training is available.