Van Driver

SCHOOL VAN ATTENDANT

POSITION: SCHOOL VAN ATTENDANT

LOCATION: MPCS Transportation Department

SALARY: Classified Scale, Grade 3

HOURS: 6.0 hours per day, (Full-Time, Benefits Eligible)

POSITION LENGTH: 186 Days

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR(S): Director of Transportation

The Van Driver/Attendant supports the safe transportation of students to and from school both in and out of the district. By assisting with supervision, behavior support, and student needs while on the van and in the bus, the van driver has a dual role; when not assigned as a van driver, they would be assigned to a bus fulfilling the duties of an Attendant position.

When driving the van or on a bus, this position helps ensure a safe, orderly, and supportive environment.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license required.
• Must hold a valid Virginia Driver’s License with the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Must successfully pass a Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). drug and alcohol testing, and tuberculosis screening.
• Must meet all driving record requirements and maintain plus points on your DMV record, background investigation, CPR certification, and physical requirements mandated by Manassas Park City Schools and the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations, including railroad-crossing procedures.
• Ability to take a course to achieve certification through DMV to drive a non-CDL bus.
• Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English;
  Spanish language proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to perform moderate lifting of 50 lbs, operate a wheelchair lift, and assist students in and out of the van and bus as needed.
• Kindness, patience and understanding when working with children.
• Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, supervisor, co-workers, parents, and students.
• Willingness and ability to work split shifts daily such as but not limited to (6:00 a.m.–8:45 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.) during the school year.

Including but not limited to the following:

• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g., fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, mirrors, etc.) to ensure the vehicle is in safe operating condition. This includes filling out all documentation.
• Is responsible for the safe transportation of students by demonstrating full knowledge of defensive driving techniques and a complete understanding of the laws of the road.
• Maintains the van and assists the Bus Driver in maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and appropriate appearance of the bus and van exterior and interior.
• Transports passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit to maintain safety and ensure compliance with district policies.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents, and/or potential emergency situations (e.g., road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) and resolves the situation and/or recommends appropriate resolutions.
• Supports and participates in emergency evacuation drills in compliance with mandated safety requirements.
• Communicates with parents, teachers, bus drivers, supervisor, and administrators regarding student behavior, activities, or special transportation arrangements.
• Implements components of student behavior plans as directed, particularly for students receiving special education services.
• Reinforces bus and van safety rules and expectations while providing positive discipline and guidance.
• Operates wheelchair lifts and safely secures or repositions students and equipment as necessary.
• Maintains emergency and student information to ensure accessibility when needed.
• Responds appropriately to emergency situations and addresses immediate safety concerns.
• Protects students' information under the confidentiality guidelines.
• De-escalates behavioral situations to prevent distractions while driving that ensure student safety.
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