Substitute Car Driver

Substitute Car Driver$14 Per HourGLOUCESTER COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCESPOSITION TITLE: Substitute Car Driver 20262027 School YearFLSA: Non-Exempt, On-Call, As NeededGENERAL STATEMENT: The Substitute Car Driver performs routine driving duties transporting students to and from assigned schools in a van or automobile. Working under the supervision of the Director of Transportation, the substitute car driver transports students, in a timely manner, over scheduled routes and/or special excursions, ensuring the vehicle is in safe operating condition and maintaining the safety of the students during transport, loading and unloading of the vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Must be 19 years of age or olderHigh School Diploma or equivalent, preferredPass state-mandated physical exam annuallyPass random drug and alcohol testingAbility to follow oral and written directions in EnglishAbility to report to work with limited advance noticeAbility to follow safety precautionsAbility to complete written forms and recordsSatisfactory completion of all onboarding requirements prior to first day of employment, including, but not limited to:Documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.Virginia State Police/FBI criminal history background checkVirginia Department of Social Services background checkTuberculosis test/screening completed within the last 12 monthsESSENTIAL DUTIES:Drives van or automobile for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled to and from school and/or activities and field trips in a safe and timely manner.Reinforces established guidelines and maintains passenger safety by advising student/passengers of appropriate behavior.Assesses incidents, complaints accidents, and/or potential emergency situations, and reports them to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner.Handles medical emergencies with the same degree of attention and prudence as a responsible adult with no medical training or expertise.Gathers information required to perform the job functions by arranging meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc.Ensures safety, appearance and sanitation by properly cleaning the vehicle.Operates in a safe condition and complies with mandated guidelines by performing pre/post-trip inspections and maintenance of assigned vehicle (e.g. fuel, fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior conditions, etc.).Informs school personnel, parents, and students of events, policies and/or practices (e.g. scheduled stops, established routes, route conditions, discipline incidents).Adheres to Motor Vehicle Code, Pupil Transportation Regulations of Board of Education and terms of the School Bus Driver Handbook, in addition to School Board policies and procedures.Documents activities, provides written reference, and conveys information by preparing reports (e.g. field trip reports, incident reports, inspection reports, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.).Acts in a courteous and respectful manner, using good judgment and appropriate communication skills at all times.Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding students, parents, and other staff members.Models non-discriminatory behaviors in all activities.Performs related work as required.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Average amount of climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions required.Gloucester County Public Schools reserves the right to delete, add, or revise provisions of this position description. This includes the position title, minimum and preferred qualifications, working conditions, and essential duties. Gloucester County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, veteran status, sex, gender, creed, marital status, age, or disability in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices as required by the Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504 and ADA regulations.