Van Driver/Aide

Position Title: Van Driver/Aide

Schedule: 30 hours per week
School Year: 2026-2027

Saco School Department is seeking a Van Driver/Aide to safely transport and supervise students. The successful candidate will be committed to student safety, maintain positive interactions with students, and provide support to meet individual student needs during transportation.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school van in accordance with all federal, state, and district regulations.
• Transport students to and from school and on school-sponsored activities and field trips.
• Supervise students during transportation and maintain appropriate student conduct.
• Assist students in boarding and exiting the vehicle safely and in an orderly manner.
• Ensure all students are properly secured in seat belts and/or wheelchairs at all times.
• Provide one-on-one support to students as needed based on individual requirements.
• Conduct required pre-trip inspections and maintain the cleanliness and safe operation of the vehicle.
• Ensure communication devices are operational before each trip.
• Maintain required records and promptly report accidents, mechanical issues, and discipline concerns.
• Assist in emergency situations and follow district emergency procedures.
• Attend required trainings, including Safety-Care or equivalent training provided by the district.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and school personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid Maine Department of Education fingerprinting certification.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to maintain positive student interactions at all times.
• Ability to safely assist students with physical, behavioral, and mobility needs.
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to student safety.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, and staff.

Working Conditions

• School-year position.
• 30 hours per week.
• Work is performed in a school transportation environment with travel to school buildings and activity locations.
• Must be able to physically assist students and move throughout the vehicle as necessary.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
• Paid holidays and sick leave.
• Training opportunities and support.

Equal Opportunity:

Saco School Department is committed to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt