Childcare Bus Driver/Floater Teacher
$33,280–$37,440 year
On-siteCleveland, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Drive a 14-passenger school bus for morning and afternoon runs Monday through Friday, transporting children ages 5 to 12 while maintaining daily inspections, cleaning, and scheduled maintenance. Assist Lead and Assistant Teachers by covering breaks, filling in during absences, serving meals, toileting children, and engaging in play to ensure adequate physical activity and rest. Conduct daily attendance reporting, participate in center meetings and trainings, and support safety drills while maintaining a healthy environment. This role requires a valid driver's license, clean driving record, and comfort with groups of children, with competitive pay ranging from $16.00 to $18.00 per hour.
Required Qualifications
- previous driving experience
- comfortable with groups of children (5 years of age - 12 years of age)
- At least a high school diploma or equivalent
- Must be at least 21 years of age or older
- Current physical, and ability to pass BCI/FBI background check
- A valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Comfortable driving a 14-passenger bus
- Familiarity with safety procedures and regulations related to transporting children
- Seasonal requirements would include field trips and some supervision support while there
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others
- Maintain a clean and neat appearance
- Ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers and support staff
- Reliable, compassionate, and able to create a warm, nurturing and responsive environment for children and families
- Must be dependable and maintain a good work record as to punctuality and daily attendance
- Ability to kneel, bend, squat, stand, and sit on the floor or on child-sized furniture for prolonged periods of time
- Ability to lift and/or move a child repetitively weighing up to 50lbs
- Ability to work in a moderate to noisy work environment
- Ability to assist children in an emergency situation
- Climb and descend 1 to 2 flights of stairs (while helping children safely navigate steps)
- Able to meet the physical demands staying in proximity of children to be within arm's reach
- Participate in safety drills by following the established guideline which includes moving children from one location to another
- Withstand outdoor temperatures and condition for extended periods of time during all seasons
- Tdap and MMR Vaccination
- TB Screening
- No Weekend Work
Desired Qualifications
- AA or higher degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
- Experience driving a school bus or similar vehicle
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