Preschool Van Driver and Teacher

Job Title

Vehicle Driver and School Age Preschool Teacher

Position description and responsibilities for vehicle operation and school-age preschool instruction as part of Kiddie Academy's program.

Drives and maintains approved vehicles to transport children to and from school and Summer Camp field trips.

• Drives approved vehicle to and from the academy and specified pick-up sites according to assigned route and schedule.
• Assists children as necessary in entering and exiting a vehicle.
• Takes attendance of children at each pick-up location. Ensure all children are accounted for. Follow the Van Procedures Agreement.
• Maintains a copy of enrollment records for each school-age child in vehicle with complete and updated emergency card information and child s photo.
• Ensures that all children are secured in an individual seat belt before the engine is started, if available. Regulates heating, lighting and ventilating for passenger comfort.
• Complies with local traffic regulations. Reports delays or accidents.
• Completes Daily Vehicle Checklist.
• Notifies the Director when maintenance is needed. Takes a vehicle for quarterly maintenance.
• Inspects vehicles and checks gasoline, oil, and water before departure.
• Cleans and services vehicles with fuel, lubricants, and accessories; checks tire pressure and adjusts mirrors.
• Keeps record of field trips and number of children.
• May assist teachers in supervising children as required.

• Proven experience as a Preschool Teacher.
• Strong understanding of child development and preschool educational methods.
• Ability to engage and earn the trust of young children.
• Excellent communication skills, both with children and parents.
• Calm, friendly, reliable, and a natural mediator between children.
• Certification in child CPR.
• B.A./B.S. in Education or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• A valid teaching permit or credential from the Commission on Teacher Credentialing (e.g., Child Development Master Teacher Permit, or similar).

Performs other similar or related duties as necessary.

• Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and knowledge of all Department of Transportation Guidelines for the transporting of children.
• Must meet all state and local requirements for the position, including Motor Vehicle Administration Check, physical and Criminal Background Check.
• Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least waist height.