Head Start

The Maryland Rural Development Corporation (MRDC) is a private non-profit organization that provides services in response to the needs of rural, low-income households and communities. MRDC serves as Caroline, Cecil, Harford and Kent Counties’ official Community Action Agency.

• Safely operate a school bus or vehicle along assigned routes, adhering to established schedules and traffic laws.
• Conduct daily pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections; report and document maintenance or safety issues promptly.
• Ensure the safety of all passengers, including proper use of child safety restraints and adherence to behavioral expectations during transit.
• Assist children on and off the bus, ensuring they are released only to authorized individuals.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including attendance logs, mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance reports.
• Follow all Head Start and agency transportation policies and emergency procedures.
• Work cooperatively with teachers, parents, and staff to support children’s attendance and participation in the program.
• Participate in required training sessions, safety drills, and ongoing professional development.
• Keep the bus clean, organized, and in good condition at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model for children, demonstrating patience, respect, and professionalism.
• Assure that files are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained.
• Think, concentrate, and positively interact with others.
• Come to work promptly every day.
• Work under stress and meet all deadlines.
• Other duties:
  Perform related work as required or assigned. (Duties listed are not intended to be all inclusive nor limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements.
• Current Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and drug screening clearance.
• Safe driving record.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, assist children with mobility needs, and work in varying weather conditions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with children, families, and coworkers.
• Must pass all Maryland licensing requirements, including medical evaluation and tuberculosis screening.
• Must pass criminal background check and fingerprinting.

• Experience working with preschool‑aged children or in an early childhood education setting.
• Knowledge of Head Start Program Performance Standards and child safety procedures.
• Basic first aid and CPR certification – ability to get certified.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Effective written and oral communication experience.
• Relationship building experience.
• Demonstrated success in accomplishing tasks as outlined above.

• Position requires significant periods of standing, walking, kneeling, sitting on the floor or crouching.
• May at times require lifting 25–50 pounds.

Eleven (11) month; full‑time position (September – June).

$ 20.47 per hour; salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Maryland Rural Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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