Student Transport Driver

Student Transportation Driver (Per Diem) EnCompass Resources for Learning | Rochester, NY $30 per hour | Afternoon shifts available Monday through Thursday Looking for afternoon work as a van driver in Rochester, NY? EnCompass Resources for Learning is hiring a per diem driver at $30 per hour to bring students from local schools to our after-school program. Shifts are available Monday through Thursday. For a student heading to EnCompass after school, you may be the first familiar face they see when the school day ends. You’ll greet students as they board, help them settle in, and drive them safely to campus. If you enjoy being behind the wheel and getting to know the students on your route, we’d love to meet you. About EnCompass At EnCompass Resources for Learning, we work with Rochester-area students and their families in school, after school, and during the summer. A student might spend an afternoon getting help with a tough class, meeting one-on-one with a mentor, or exploring a career they’re curious about. As a driver, you help make those afternoons possible by giving students a dependable way to get here. What you’ll do Drive an EnCompass van from local schools to our campus and transport students on occasional field trips. Create a welcoming ride. Get to know the students on your route, set clear expectations, and calmly address unsafe behavior. Share concerns with your supervisor. Keep staff updated on pickup and drop-off times, especially when a delay changes the afternoon’s plans. Follow hands-free phone procedures while driving. Check the van before and after each trip and report any safety or maintenance concerns to the Program Operations Manager and Safety Officer. Protect students’ privacy and handle their information confidentially in accordance with FERPA. When you’ll work This is a per diem, non-exempt position. Shifts are available Monday through Thursday, typically 1:30–4:15 p.m. Some shifts may run until 4:45 or 5:00 p.m. You’ll also need occasional evening and summer availability for field trips. What you’ll bring You must hold and maintain a valid New York State driver’s license. Experience working with middle or high school students is preferred. We’re looking for someone who drives carefully, communicates clearly, and has a friendly word for students at the end of a long school day. What we offer Organization Employee Benefits: 6% employer-match for retirement savings, upon hire. NYS Paid Sick Leave. Ready to join our team? A safe ride and a friendly hello can make a difference in a student’s afternoon. If you enjoy driving and getting to know the students on your route, we’d love to meet you. Apply today to join the EnCompass team! Commitment to DEI: It is our pledge to nourish an organizational culture which strives to: Embrace diversity in all forms and structure policies and practices to increase representation of qualified individuals who reflect the communities we serve Prioritize equity in employment, compensation, promotion, and professional development Increase access to quality services, educational and economic opportunities, and lifelong success for students and families Value the unique backgrounds and experiences of each person we employ and serve Cultivate a work environment where all people feel safe to express ideas Key Words: Student transportation driver, school van driver, after-school driver, Per diem driver, After-school program, student transportation, field trips