West Point Grey Academy is currently accepting applications for On Call/Casual Bus Drivers for the remainder of the 2024-25 school year. This is an on-call position.

Working under the direction of our Transportation Coordinator, bus drivers provide safe transportation for students on our EV School Bus while driving in a variety of road and weather conditions. Bus Drivers are either assigned to drive a regular route to pick up registered riders on school days, to drive class trips during the day, or evening and weekend trips to drive for extracurricular activities and sports.

About West Point Grey Academy

Founded in 1996, West Point Grey Academy (WPGA) is an independent coeducational day school in Vancouver, British Columbia. Set on 18 acres, with sweeping views of English Bay and the North Shore mountains, we offer future-focused programs to 940 students in junior kindergarten to grade 12. WPGAs educational philosophy is to develop the whole child, who, guided by creative, dedicated teachers and supported by our inclusive, vibrant community, is nurtured to achieve his or her full potential academically, emotionally, physically and socially.

Applicants for this position will be expected to agree to have a Criminal Record Check initiated by WPGA if appointed.

While we thank all applicants for their interest in our school, we will only be in contact with those applicants who are selected for interview. Selected candidates may be asked to pass a road test.

DUTIES&RESPONSIBILITIES

• Drive a bus in order to transport students from designated pick-up and delivery locations
• Conduct daily inspections of the vehicle, prior to operation, to check basic mechanical features; maintain vehicle fluids such as fuel, engine oil, coolant, etc., at the correct levels
• Sweep interior of bus and ensure tidiness
• Explain to regular passengers basic safety items such as safe operation of windows; and the use/location of emergency exits, fire extinguishers and first aid kit
• Maintain order and adherence to safety rules among students during transport and when boarding and leaving bus, following school regulations.
• Report any mechanical problems as soon as possible to Transportation Coordinator
• Follow departmental guidelines reports any incident/accident involving bus or students to the Transportation Coordinator as soon as possible
• Complete basic records and reports related to inspections, student behaviour, etc.
• Maintain professionalism, ethical behaviour and confidentiality
• Performs other related duties as may reasonably be expected of a person in this position

QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of Grade 12
• Valid B.C. Class 4 Drivers License with a safe driving record; a drivers abstract to be provided annually
• B.C. Class 2 Driver's License with airbrake endorsement would be an asset
• Thorough knowledge of the rules of safe operation and safety precautions to be taken when driving and school buses
• Sufficient physical strength to lift materials and equipment, ability to carry out safe working practices including the ability to use appropriate lifting and carrying techniques
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers and supervisors
• Ability to work cooperatively with others including both department and other school district staff
• Ability to direct students, with authority and diplomacy to ensure appropriate and safe behaviour
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Previous related experience in driving large multi-passenger vehicles would be an asset
• Previous experience working with groups of children would be an asset
• Solid communication skills in English required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Given the nature of the work, the bus driver shall not consume alcoholic beverages within 12 Hours prior to driving a bus. Violation could lead to dismissal. Further, the bus driver will ensure that any medication, drugs, etc. that may be taken will not impair driving ability. Consultation with a physician may be necessary for this