AVRCE Spare Bus Drivers June 2024

Job Description

AVRCE Spare Bus Drivers June 2024

ANNAPOLIS VALLEY REGIONAL CENTRE FOR EDUCATION

SPARE BUS DRIVERS

PART TIME FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULE

Individuals who enjoy driving and working with children may be interested in working as a Spare Bus Driver!

Spare School Bus Drivers are required on an as needed basis to support operations in the Annapolis Valley Centre for Education, throughout West Hants, Kings and Annapolis Counties.

School buses travel on paved and unpaved roads in a variety of weather. Spare Bus Drivers are on call for a part-year (during September - June) and part-time (5 hours per day) and typically drive a morning and / or afternoon run for instructional days.

Spare Bus Drivers may also opt to drive hours for extra- or co-curricular events.

Spare Bus Drivers safely drive school buses with air brakes on assigned routes and extra-curricular trips, are responsible for the safety and discipline of passengers, daily routine maintenance including cleaning and washing, pre-trip inspection of the vehicle, and compliance with all AVRCE and government policies, regulations, and legislation.

Spare Bus Drivers must be a minimum of 19 years of age, have a current Nova Scotia Operator’s License Class 2B with air brake endorsement, a clean driving record, and up-to-date medical and vision tests.

They should possess good communication skills, demonstrate reliability and interact courteously and professionally with students, parents / guardians, and staff.

Please upload with application a current Driver Abstract.

Successful applicants are required to successfully complete an inhousetraining program in the safe operations of a school bus and First Aid / CPR.

About Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education

The Annapolis Valley Regional Centre for Education (AVRCE) includes 40 schools and two adult high schools, serving approximately 12,900 students.

Quick Facts :

• 40 elementary, middle & high schools
• 2 adult high schools
• 12,905 students
• 183 International students
• 3970 employees
• Annapolis County & Kings County, Nova Scotia

Geographic Area : AVRCE serves a diverse area in the Annapolis Valley, covering communities from Digby to Windsor, Nova Scotia.

This includes 6 towns, 3 municipal regions, 3 Mi’kmaq communities and 10 historic African Nova Scotian communities contributing to a diverse population.

Schools and Programs : AVRCE oversees a wide range of elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as specialized programs and services to support student learning and development.

Among these are French Immersion, International Baccalaureate (IB), and diverse vocational training opportunities.

Student Support Services : AVRCE is dedicated to supporting students by offering a range of support services including counselling, mental health resources, special education, and programs focused on improving literacy and numeracy.

Community Engagement : Encouraging parental and community participation in school activities and decision-making processes is very important at Annapolis Valley.

This helps guarantee that our schools reflect the needs and values of the communities they serve.

Focus on Inclusive Education : at AVRCE, all students are valued. We make a conscious effort to create inclusive learning environments that accommodate the diverse needs of all students, including those with disabilities and those from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds.