Transportation Assistant

Wonderful College Prep Academy is a charter network in California's Central Valley committed to providing a world-class education for all students. The Academy's mission is to graduate students prepared to earn a college degree and to put them on a promising career path for life. We believe this begins with a nurturing, engaging, community-centered school environment where students develop a strong and well-rounded academic foundation. Ultimately, this will prepare generations of leaders in the Central Valley who are critical thinkers and life-long learners.

The Academy's first school opened in Delano in 2009, serving students from across the Central Valley in grades 6-12. In 2016, we moved to our new, state-of-the-art college prep campus in Delano, and in the Fall of 2017, added an elementary school in Delano and opened a second charter school in Lost Hills. In Delano, we serve over 1,800 students in grades TK-12, while in Lost Hills, we serve over 400 students in grades TK-12.

We seek thoughtful, inclusive, skilled communicators and creative problem solvers who value continuous learning and who are excited to serve our students and families. Now is the time to join a team making enduring change within the Central Valley of California and beyond!

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The Transportation Assistant will support the Transportation Departments daily operations with a primary focus on McKinney-Vento student transportation, fleet readiness, and supporting department logistics. This role ensures our commitment to providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation services for students while maintaining organized vehicle and department readiness.

Here's What You'll Do:

Transportation Support:

• Establish rapport with faculty and students to maintain and enhance a positive school environment
• Drive McKinney-Vento van routes for home-to-school and school-to-home transportation.
• Support with RAV4 check-outs for staff, ensuring readiness and accurate documentation.
• Assist with vehicle cleanliness, ensuring vans and RAV4 vehicles are clean, fueled, and ready for scheduled trips.

Fleet and Supply Readiness:

• Monitor and maintain inventory within the C-train for cleaning supplies and operational gear, ensuring availability for drivers and staff.
• Assist with washing buses as needed to maintain fleet appearance and readiness.

Office and Documentation:

• Support filing and organizing transportation documentation to ensure audit readiness.
• Assist drivers with documentation needs and maintain up-to-date, organized records for compliance.

Departmental Support:

• Assist with other duties around the yard to support the transportation team as needed.
• Foster a positive and safe work environment within the department, demonstrating reliability and teamwork.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Valid California Drivers License with a clean driving record.
• CPR/First Aid Certification Active
• Medical Certification Active
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Skills, Knowledge :

• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and families in a professional and courteous manner.
• Attention to detail to maintain accurate records and support department organization.
• Ability to problem-solve and work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Comfortable operating and maintaining cleanliness in school transportation vehicles.
• A passion for advancing the education of students in the Central Valley of California.

Working Conditions:

• Driving and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Lifting and moving supplies up to 25 lbs.
• Periods of standing, walking, and sitting throughout the day.

Pay: $20.00/Hour.

Compensation:

• Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
• Full-time staff benefits include medical coverage, dental, vision, and life insurance at no cost to the employee. We also offer an optional 403b, with company match, as a supplement to STRS retirement pension. In addition, employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym.

Quality of Life in the Central Valley:

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west, California's Central Valley is one of the world's most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Company's agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life, low cost of living, and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting, fishing, skiing, and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer.

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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