Jefferson County Public Schools

Transportation Coordinator Special Programs

Jefferson County Public Schools  •  Onsite  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description

TITLE: Transportation Coordinator Special Programs

QUALIFICATIONS:

  1. Has a high school diploma or GED certificate
  2. Must pass a driving record check
  3. Must have computer knowledge
  4. Holds a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B, Endorsements P and S that is valid for interstate driving and a Kentucky School Bus Driver Certificate or must obtain a valid Commercial Driver's License Class B, Endorsements P and S that is valid for interstate driving and a KY School Bus Driver Certificate within ninety (90) days of employment
  5. Has demonstrated the ability to communicate and work effectively with staff and community
  6. Has demonstrated knowledge of specialized transportation equipment and needs of students
  7. Has at least three years of experience in either business, industry, education or a governmental agency

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

JOB GOAL: To enable each student, through safe and efficient transportation, to take full advantage of the complete range of curricular and extra-curricular activities offered by the school district

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Develop and administer a transportation program to meet all the requirements of the daily Special Education and Preschool instructional programs and extra-curricular activities
  2. Prepare Special Education and Preschool bus routes for all schools in the District
  3. Prepare and update Special Education and Preschool bus schedules for all schools in the district
  4. Supervise Special Education and Preschool transportation personnel, and make recommendation for their employment, transfer, promotion, release and conduct evaluations
  5. Maintain ongoing communication with Executive Director Student Services
  6. Maintain an inventory of supplies and equipment
  7. Maintain safety standards in conformance with state and insurance regulations, and update the preventive safety program
  8. Take an active role in solving all personnel problems connected with the transportation of Special Education and Preschool students, and act as a liaison with parents for complaints
  9. Coordinate professional development activities and routine meetings in conjunction with the Executive Director Student Services
  10. Develop recommendations for future equipment and personnel needs
  11. Cooperate with school principals and others responsible for planning school trips
  12. Attend appropriate committee, staff, and board meetings
  13. Insure that the district conforms with all state laws and regulations regarding Special Education and Preschool transportation
  14. Assists with driver training
  15. Plan and implement professional development for bus drivers assigned to Special Education and Preschool transportation
  16. Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

  • Salary � Professional ll Salary Schedule
  • 8 per day
  • 40 per wk.
  • 245 days
  • 12 months
  • Board approved 11-09-2006, Revised 9-11-08, Revised 6-11-2015, Revised 5-9-2019
Jefferson County Public Schools

About Jefferson County Public Schools

— 30th largest school district in the U.S.

— 96,000+ students

— 17,400+ full- and part-time employees, including 6,800+ certified teachers

Vision

All JCPS students graduate prepared, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential and contribute as thoughtful, responsible citizens of our diverse shared world.

Mission

To challenge and engage each learner to grow through effective teaching and meaningful experiences with caring, supportive environments

Core Values

• Caring—All JCPS children are nurtured as if they are our own.

• Equity—All students receive an education that gives them what they need to thrive through differentiated supports focused on removing social factors as a predictor of success.

• Excellence—Empowering people to lead, create, and innovate is essential to creating a culture of excellence.

• Respect—All students, staff, and families are treated with dignity and respect as members of a safe and welcoming learning community.

• Individuality—Children learn differently and require personalized approaches to learning.

• Diversity—Our diversity is a strength—differences of each are assets of the whole.

• Opportunity—Effective teaching is the most powerful tool for engaging and motivating students to reach their full potential.

• Creativity—The abilities to create, innovate, and solve challenging problems are critical skills for educators and children to develop and employ in teaching and learning.

• Collaboration—Relationships, cooperation, and partnerships among students, staff, families, and community are fundamental to the success of our students.

• Stewardship—Adults model integrity, respect, and responsibility through mindful stewardship of talents, resources, and time.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Louisville, KY
Year Founded
1829
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