Douglas County School District
Trainer / Instructor - Transportation
Douglas County School District, East Greenbush, New York, United States, 12061
Trainer / Instructor - Transportation
Provide classroom and hands-on training addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; evaluate bus drivers and transportation educational assistants (TEA) on their knowledge and skills; maintain required documentation for audit and compliance with state, federal, and district requirements, and transporting students. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele. Essential physical requirements: occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds, frequent sitting and standing, occasional bending and squatting. Equipment & vehicles used: heavy duty and light duty vehicles, including all types of buses. Essential environmental demands: duties will require work to be done outside in the elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.) Note: Must complete ELDT Instructor certification, First Aid instructor certification, and Crisis Prevention instructor certification within 5 months of hire. Responsibilities: Prepare a variety of written materials (activity reports, training handouts, safety information guideline, driver evaluations, etc.) Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing information for follow up action and/or proper procedures Oversee bus driver licensing, training, and certificate status (drivers' license, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, CPI etc.) Maintain current knowledge of all FMCSR CDL rules and regulations Perform functions of a school bus driver and/or TEA for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation needs Attend safety meetings and training relating to State, Federal, and district requirements for the purposes of presenting and/or acquiring information Evaluate performance of bus drivers and TEA's for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with state, federal, and district requirements Schedule training and testing Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing, and/or developing bus driver and TEA skills Certifications: 3rd Party CDL tester and/or Federally Certified Trainer (within first year of employment) - Colorado Commercial Driver License (CDL) A or B with P,S Endorsements (Must possess at time of hire) - Colorado CPI Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Certification (Must possess at time of hire) - Colorado First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado Education: High School or Equivalent (Required) Skills: Ability to create and present materials to large audiences. Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, and/or ratios. Collaborative team player. Current Colorado CDL (Class A or B) with P&S endorsements. Google Workspace proficiency. Maintains a generally positive attitude. Observes all District policies and procedures. Operating heavy and light duty vehicles. Preparing and maintaining accurate records. Recent (within 5 years) school bus driving and/or training experience. Strong organizational and time management skills. Third Party Tester certification. Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions. Position Type: Regular Primary Location: East Transportation One Year Only (Yes or No): No Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1.00 Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 260 Work Days Minimum Hire Rate: $27.36 USD Hourly Maximum Hire Rate: $37.01 USD Hourly Full Salary Range: $27.36 USD - $46.65 USD Hourly Benefits: This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. Time Off Plans: This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: September 18, 2025
Provide classroom and hands-on training addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; evaluate bus drivers and transportation educational assistants (TEA) on their knowledge and skills; maintain required documentation for audit and compliance with state, federal, and district requirements, and transporting students. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community members and school clientele. Essential physical requirements: occasional lifting five (5) to fifty (50) pounds, frequent sitting and standing, occasional bending and squatting. Equipment & vehicles used: heavy duty and light duty vehicles, including all types of buses. Essential environmental demands: duties will require work to be done outside in the elements (rain, snow, heat, etc.) Note: Must complete ELDT Instructor certification, First Aid instructor certification, and Crisis Prevention instructor certification within 5 months of hire. Responsibilities: Prepare a variety of written materials (activity reports, training handouts, safety information guideline, driver evaluations, etc.) Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, and records for the purpose of providing information for follow up action and/or proper procedures Oversee bus driver licensing, training, and certificate status (drivers' license, physicals, drug screenings, CPR/First Aid, CPI etc.) Maintain current knowledge of all FMCSR CDL rules and regulations Perform functions of a school bus driver and/or TEA for the purpose of meeting the district's transportation needs Attend safety meetings and training relating to State, Federal, and district requirements for the purposes of presenting and/or acquiring information Evaluate performance of bus drivers and TEA's for the purpose of ensuring that basic skills levels are met and are in compliance with state, federal, and district requirements Schedule training and testing Conduct classroom and behind-the-wheel bus driver training for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing, and/or developing bus driver and TEA skills Certifications: 3rd Party CDL tester and/or Federally Certified Trainer (within first year of employment) - Colorado Commercial Driver License (CDL) A or B with P,S Endorsements (Must possess at time of hire) - Colorado CPI Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) Certification (Must possess at time of hire) - Colorado First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification (Must obtain when directed by supervisor) - Colorado Education: High School or Equivalent (Required) Skills: Ability to create and present materials to large audiences. Basic math skills, including fractions, percentages, and/or ratios. Collaborative team player. Current Colorado CDL (Class A or B) with P&S endorsements. Google Workspace proficiency. Maintains a generally positive attitude. Observes all District policies and procedures. Operating heavy and light duty vehicles. Preparing and maintaining accurate records. Recent (within 5 years) school bus driving and/or training experience. Strong organizational and time management skills. Third Party Tester certification. Verbal and written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions. Position Type: Regular Primary Location: East Transportation One Year Only (Yes or No): No Scheduled Hours Per Week: 40 FTE: 1.00 Approx Scheduled Days Per Year: 260 Work Days Minimum Hire Rate: $27.36 USD Hourly Maximum Hire Rate: $37.01 USD Hourly Full Salary Range: $27.36 USD - $46.65 USD Hourly Benefits: This position is eligible for health, vision, dental, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA), District paid and voluntary additional (supplemental) life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short and long-term disability, critical illness and accident voluntary insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), voluntary 401(k), 403(b) and 457 retirement plan options. Time Off Plans: This position is eligible for paid vacation, sick and personal time. This position will be open until filled, but will not be open past: September 18, 2025