EPIC Early Learning is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Preschool Transportation Assistant to join our team. As a private, nonprofit organization, EPIC has been providing early childhood educational services to children and families in Central Washington for over 35 years. Our mission is to empower children to reach their full potential through nurturing relationships, engaging experiences, and high-quality education.

As a Transportation Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe transportation of children to and from our centers. Your responsibilities will include assisting the Bus Driver in maintaining a safe and orderly bus environment, ensuring the well-being of the children during transit, and helping with the implementation of safety protocols. This position is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about the well-being and safety of children.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that children enter and exit the bus in a safe manner, remain seated while bus is in motion and assure that children are released to listed authorized person(s) in accordance with EPIC policies
• Help children secure seat belts and other safety restraints
• Assure that age appropriate guidance and activities for children are maintained on the bus
• Implement safety protocols and emergency procedures
• Communicate effectively with the Bus Driver and other staff members
• Maintain accurate records of daily route and passenger information
• Assist in the classroom when you are not on the bus
• Follow program policies and procedures
• Attend training and meetings as required
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Be committed to the culture of safety within our centers, playgrounds, buses, and anywhere that children may be present. Be familiar with and encourage EPIC's culture of "See Something, Say Something".

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• HSD/GED
• Experience working with children preferred
• Valid Washington State Driver's License & Auto insurance
• At least one (1) year work experience with young children
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to remain calm and composed in stressful situations
• Ability to follow instructions and work well as part of a team
• Basic computer proficiency preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Pay Level:

$16.90 to $17.41 Hourly (9-month position)

Please note: This position is available for the 2024-2025 program year, with the first day of employment scheduled for August 20, 2024.

· Medical/Dental/ Vision Plans

· Sick Leave (5 hours per payroll)

· Annual Leave (4 hours per payroll)

· Paid Holidays (4)

· Seedling Scholarship Available

· Employee Assistance Program

· Basic Life Insurance

· 403 B (Employer match after 1 year or 1,000 hours)

Conditions of Employment:

1. Prior to employment, complete a pre-employment drug screen, TB skin test by an EPIC approved healthcare provider at no cost to the employee.
2. Pre-employment basic physical by an EPIC healthcare provider (obtain within (30) days of employment and no cost to the employee).
3. Must pass an initial and periodic background check through the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF).
4. Provide proof of MMR vaccination and/ or resistance to Measles, Mumps & Rubella.
5. Current Food Handlers card (obtain the training within 30 days of employment).
6. Current First Aid/CPR card (obtain within 30 days of employment).
7. Complete Child Abuse and Neglect training and all other mandated training.
8. CEO Approval.