After-School Van Driver

Description

Club J is an exciting and fun after-care program housed at the Valley of the Sun J. Students participate in a variety of counselor-led activities, including gym games, art projects, STEM challenges, Ninja Course, Gaga, Pickleball, and so much more!

The After School Van driver, under the supervision of the After School Programming Director, serves as a member of the Valley of the Sun J’s professional staff with responsibilities that, at times, extend beyond the limits of their specialized functions. The individual works within the framework of the overall agency program and objectives while focusing primarily on the following:

DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Picking students up from our partner schools

· Providing safe transportation, including following the speed limit, proper car seat and/or booster seat protocols, proper use of seatbelts, and maintaining low noise levels

· Assisting director and administrative staff with pre-shift preparation

· Alerting director and administrative staff to van maintenance needs

· Demonstrate a positive and professional attitude

· Participate in staff development, including team building and practical training

· Communicate effectively with children, peers, supervisors, fellow facility staff, and families

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / DEMANDS

· Standing, walking, repetitive motions, bending, stretching, going up and down stairs, lifting up to 20 pounds

· Ability to walk, stand, and perform essential job duties in excessive heat during select times of the year

EDUCATION / SPECIALIZED TRAINING

· High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred

· Valid Driver’s License with clean 5-year driving record

· Background check (for those 18 and older)

· Acquisition of a negative tuberculosis test, Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card, CPR certification and First Aid certification

· Fingerprint clearance card approved

· Tuberculosis test passed

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

· Minimum 3 years’ experience working with school aged children

· Flexibility, time management skills, and a positive attitude required

SCHEDULE

· Regular After School Programming: Monday-Friday, 2pm-4pm

· Early Release Days: Select days per month, 11:30am-4pm