EPIC Early Learning
Temporary Transportation Assistant
EPIC Early Learning, Ellensburg, Washington, United States, 98926
EPIC Early Learning is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Preschool Transportation Assistant to join our team. As a private, nonprofit organization, EPIC has been providing early childhood educational services to children and families in Central Washington for over 35 years. Our mission is to empower children to reach their full potential through nurturing relationships, engaging experiences, and high-quality education.
As a Transportation Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe transportation of children to and from our centers. Your responsibilities will include assisting the Bus Driver in maintaining a safe and orderly bus environment, ensuring the well-being of the children during transit, and helping with the implementation of safety protocols. This position is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about the well-being and safety of children.Responsibilities
Ensure that children enter and exit the bus in a safe manner, remain seated while bus is in motion and assure that children are released to listed authorized person(s) in accordance with EPIC policiesHelp children secure seat belts and other safety restraintsAssure that age appropriate guidance and activities for children are maintained on the busImplement safety protocols and emergency proceduresCommunicate effectively with the Bus Driver and other staff membersMaintain accurate records of daily route and passenger informationAssist in the classroom when you are not on the busFollow program policies and proceduresAttend training and meetings as requiredPerform other duties as assignedBe committed to the culture of safety within our centers, playgrounds, buses, and anywhere that children may be present. Be familiar with and encourage EPIC's culture of "See Something, Say Something".Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of ageHSD/GEDExperience working with children preferredValid Washington State Driver's License & Auto insuranceAt least one (1) year work experience with young childrenAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to remain calm and composed in stressful situationsAbility to follow instructions and work well as part of a teamBasic computer proficiency preferredBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Pay Level:
$17.30 to $18.34 Hourly (9-month position)
Location:
220 E Helena Ave Ellensburg, WA 98936
Benefits
1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked
Conditions of Employment:Prior to employment, complete a pre-employment drug screen, TB skin test by an EPIC approved healthcare provider at no cost to the employee.Pre-employment basic physical by an EPIC healthcare provider (obtain within (30) days of employment and no cost to the employee).Must pass an initial and periodic background check through the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF).Provide proof of MMR vaccination and/ or resistance to Measles, Mumps & Rubella.Current Food Handlers card (obtain the training within 30 days of employment).Current First Aid/CPR card (obtain within 30 days of employment).Complete Child Abuse and Neglect training and all other mandated training.CEO Approval.
As a Transportation Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe transportation of children to and from our centers. Your responsibilities will include assisting the Bus Driver in maintaining a safe and orderly bus environment, ensuring the well-being of the children during transit, and helping with the implementation of safety protocols. This position is a great opportunity for individuals who are passionate about the well-being and safety of children.Responsibilities
Ensure that children enter and exit the bus in a safe manner, remain seated while bus is in motion and assure that children are released to listed authorized person(s) in accordance with EPIC policiesHelp children secure seat belts and other safety restraintsAssure that age appropriate guidance and activities for children are maintained on the busImplement safety protocols and emergency proceduresCommunicate effectively with the Bus Driver and other staff membersMaintain accurate records of daily route and passenger informationAssist in the classroom when you are not on the busFollow program policies and proceduresAttend training and meetings as requiredPerform other duties as assignedBe committed to the culture of safety within our centers, playgrounds, buses, and anywhere that children may be present. Be familiar with and encourage EPIC's culture of "See Something, Say Something".Requirements
Must be at least 18 years of ageHSD/GEDExperience working with children preferredValid Washington State Driver's License & Auto insuranceAt least one (1) year work experience with young childrenAbility to communicate effectivelyAbility to remain calm and composed in stressful situationsAbility to follow instructions and work well as part of a teamBasic computer proficiency preferredBilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Pay Level:
$17.30 to $18.34 Hourly (9-month position)
Location:
220 E Helena Ave Ellensburg, WA 98936
Benefits
1 hour of sick leave for every 40 hours worked
Conditions of Employment:Prior to employment, complete a pre-employment drug screen, TB skin test by an EPIC approved healthcare provider at no cost to the employee.Pre-employment basic physical by an EPIC healthcare provider (obtain within (30) days of employment and no cost to the employee).Must pass an initial and periodic background check through the Washington State Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF).Provide proof of MMR vaccination and/ or resistance to Measles, Mumps & Rubella.Current Food Handlers card (obtain the training within 30 days of employment).Current First Aid/CPR card (obtain within 30 days of employment).Complete Child Abuse and Neglect training and all other mandated training.CEO Approval.