Job Description for Van Pool Transportation Driver/Monitor
Van Pool Transportation is dedicated to providing superior special transportation services to schools, students, and communities. The performance of our drivers and monitors is critical to our success. This job description summarizes some of the duties and responsibilities expected of our drivers and monitors. Additional duties may be assigned as needed by your supervisor.
Essential Job Duties
1. Assist students safely, including helping them enter and exit the vehicle, securing them with lap and shoulder belts, and installing car seats and booster seats. Lifting may be required.
2. Monitor student behavior, provide guidance, and report unsafe or inappropriate behavior to management. Follow instructions and implement corrective measures as directed.
3. Communicate effectively in English with students, parents, teachers, and Van Pool staff.
4. Use Van Pool's two-way radio system effectively for interpersonal communication.
5. Safely install and secure car seats and booster seats, demonstrating physical capability.
6. Follow all policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook, training sessions, and newsletters.
7. Be available for morning routes (5:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.) and afternoon routes (1:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.).
8. Follow written and verbal instructions from supervisors.
9. Work effectively with school-aged children, including those with special needs.
10. Maintain a valid driver's license or ID and pass necessary background and drug screenings.
Physical Requirements
* Perform First Aid and CPR as needed.
* Safely enter and exit the vehicle routinely.
* Remove snow and ice from the vehicle during winter.
* Complete pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
* Assist students on and off the vehicle, including lifting and wheelchair securement.
NRT Bus values a positive attitude reflected in our management and staff. We provide home-to-school transportation across Eastern Massachusetts, Central Massachusetts, and Southern New Hampshire.
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