Bus Driver​/Custodian

Under the general direction of the HS Director but working closely with the management staff.

Head Start

hr.

Non-exempt

Under the general direction of the HS Director but working closely with the management staff. Ensure compliance with Head Start Transportation Standards 1310.1 through 1310.23 and any revisions to make certain safe operations of all Head Start vehicles used to transport children and staff.

Bus Driver Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Annual Transportation Service Plan to ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standard 1310.1 through 1310.23 regarding bus maintenance, monitoring and child restraint system, driver qualification, federal motor vehicle safety standard, national driver register, National standard for School Buses, Seat belt , bus safety equipment and communication system, maintenance and operation of buses and safety education with special plan to accommodate children with special needs.
• Responsible for Vehicle Maintenance, certification, cleanliness, and ensuring all staff CDL licenses are current.
• Maintain and document a schedule of Vehicle (i.e., Head Start Buses, truck, and SUV) maintenance, inspection, certifications and licenses.
• Responsible for keeping all Head Start Vehicles clean and in safe operating condition.
• Maintain and document all certifications and credentials for Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL) licenses for self and all Head Start staff who will drive the buses. Notify staff and Head Start Director of bus drivers needing renewal.
• Ensure all licensed drivers receive adequate training and updates to Federal laws in respect to transportation. Set up quarterly CDL training.
• Monitor and maintain the files for daily mileage, monthly emergency bus drills, and daily bus inspections.
• Be familiar with state and local motor vehicle laws, especially CDL requirement for new license and renewals.
• Drive the Bus for field trips during the school year.
• Assist with documentation, maintain, and revised Head Start Inventory Report Log of all classroom equipment and other Head Start Equipment over $500.00 with date of purchase, center location, description of equipment, cost of equipment etc.
• Attend and participate in staff meeting, Parent Policy Council meeting and relevant training opportunities.
• Follow Head Start Child Abuse and Neglect Policy and Confidentiality Policy.

Custodial Duties/Responsibilities:

• Monthly document checking facility and equipment for cleanliness, damage or conditions that may present a hazard to children to ensure equipment repairs are identified and repaired/maintained (i.e. outdoor play equipment: rust, sharp objects, loose bolts, standing water, weeds; indoor equipment: broken toys or equipment, unsecured carpet, leaky plumbing, toilet/hand washing facilities etc.)
• Responsible cleanliness of all Head Start classrooms, offices, bathrooms, and outdoor play equipment and surfaces.
• Monthly Schedule to perform the duties listed.

WEEKLY

• Thorough sweeping, vacuum, mopping and dust each classroom
• Disinfect the bathrooms according to sanitation standards.
• Complete Head Start Center Work Order
• Rake the playground wood chips
• Ensure the sandbox is cleaned of animal debris/feces
• Inspect/Repair all playground equipment for loose bolts, rust, spiders etc.
• Compile list of supplies needed to order

MONTHLY

• Conduct and document monthly fire drills
• Conduct and document emergency bus evacuation
• Conduct and document other emergency preparedness drills

EVERY OTHER MONTH

• Clean classroom carpets
• Wash Head Start Classroom Windows

TWICE PER SCHOOL YEAR

• Mop and Wax Head Start facilities
• Assist staff with classroom set up and end of the year pack up.
• Organize parents and community volunteers to assist in special Head Start Maintenance, building projects, center indoor and outdoor clean-up.

AS NEEDED

• Act in response to emergency sanitation needs of the center

Responsible for Head Start Administration Offices

• Other building maintenance as needed (i.e. gutter and pool of water/ice at end of entrance ramp, snow/ice removal)
• Organize cleaning of Head Start office, in order to clean carpets.

Additional Responsibilities:

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