Driver, Per Diem, V or S Required

Job Description

Job Description

THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR

PER DIEM DRIVER

CDL Commercial Driver License with “V” or "S" and Air Brake Endorsement

CLOSING DATE : UNTIL FILLED

REV : 01 / 24 / 2023

POST : 04 / 24 / 2025

The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.

ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list, then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.

SCOPE OF DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Student Affairs, drives school vehicle for the purpose of transporting students.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Check and prepare vehicle for trip readiness (phones, credit cards, etc.)
• Safely drive students to and from home to school.
• Complete end of trip report.
• Participate in training as required by school.
• Communicate with students, staff, and parents as appropriate.
• Vehicle maintenance such as cleaning, transporting to service centers and / or state inspections.
• Other related duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Compensation range is based on experience.

Retirement, group health insurance, and other fringe benefits are available.

$1000 sign on bonus for new employees after one year of service, not applicable for re-hires.

ASD is ALL ways able. Should you require an accommodation for applying to this position, please contact the Human Resources Department.