Head Start Teacher Aide/Bus Driver
Job in
Joplin, Jasper County, Missouri, 64803, USA
Listing for:
Scmcaa Head Start
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-16
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
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Child Care/Nanny
Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 7 USD Hourly
USD
7.00
HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Head Start Teacher Aide / Bus Driver
Job Title: Teacher Aide/Bus Driver
Salary Range: 7
Supervisor(s): N/A
Workstation: Classroom/Bus
Reports To: Teacher, Site Supervisor, Education Manager, Transportation Manager
Job Summary The Head Start Teacher Aide/Bus Driver assists the Teacher in carrying out daily activities designed to support the physical, emotional, nutritional, social, and intellectual development of children in a safe, healthy learning environment and safely transports Head Start children to and from the center following predetermined routes while maintaining vehicle safety.
Duties and Responsibilities
Work as a team with other teaching staff and assist with daily activities in the Head Start center as required.Develop weekly lesson plans and activities as needed to meet children’s individual needs.Perform teaching tasks as outlined in curriculum and performance standards.Assist with all requirements of teaching position, including home visits, screening and assessment of children and other required documentation and duties.Perform duties of the teacher, when necessary due to teacher’s absence.Maintain safe driving habits and an atmosphere on the bus conducive to safety. Post and explain passenger regulations and enforce them.Administer first aid in case of injury, handle all emergency situations including vehicle evacuation, and maintain current emergency information on all children and adults in the vehicle at all times.Control all passengers on the vehicle and ensure that safety restraints are used for everyone; maintain a positive atmosphere for learning.Never leave a child unattended on the vehicle at any time.Assist children and their parents on and off the bus; ensure that a responsible person approved to pick up a child is present; take a child into a child care center if needed and assure the child is with responsible staff.Maintain a clean and safe vehicle.Conduct daily vehicle inspections, pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, and report concerns to Area Supervisor.Obey all state, county, and local driving regulations.Prohibit cell phone usage while driving.Report all accidents to supervisor immediately.Maintain required documentation concerning mileage, maintenance costs, etc.Provide communication between staff and parents concerning children; relay messages; be positive as the program’s first and last contact of the day.Drive bus for field trips and other trips.Use the bus for official Head Start and agency business only; no personal errands.Participate in appropriate Head Start training; attend parent committee meetings, center staff meetings, in‑service training, and other training as required.Ensure emergency supplies are maintained, properly stored, and communication system is tested and kept in working order.Work cooperatively with all Head Start staff.Plan the most efficient route in cooperation with other center staff, taking weather conditions into account, and make all designated stops unless advised otherwise.Understand responsibility as a mandated reporter for Child Abuse and Neglect; read and understand policy; failure may result in termination.Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisors.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
High school diploma or equivalent.Possess or obtain a Child Development Associate (CDA) credential; begin CDA classes within six months of hire date.Knowledge of program curriculum, developmentally appropriate practice, and related program performance standards.Relate to children and parents positively and constructively.Develop and implement classroom activities based on children’s individual needs.Work well with other center staff, parents, and managers.Operate assigned vehicle and possess current CDL license with all required endorsements.Knowledge of all applicable bus safety regulations and procedures;
Head Start transportation guidelines and standards.Knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance.Knowledge of basic child development as well as child care and guidance knowledge.Maintain conduct that promotes a positive image to staff, parents, agency, and community.Obtain initial medical exam and TB assessment within 30 days of employment; complete a medical exam and TB…
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