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Position Title: Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Position Classification: Part-Time, Non-exempt

Start Date: Immediately

University Liggett School, an independent, coeducation school for grades PreK3-12, has a long tradition as an outstanding school, known for providing the kind of innovative and exploratory experiences that connect a diverse student body with their learning in dynamic and engaging ways.  It is an inspiring place where ideas and possibilities abound. Like any school, there are traditions that form the foundation of our work in the community, and our foundation is strong.  Our charge is to be better than good enough and to understand that risk-taking, innovation, and creativity lie at the center of good teaching and learning for our students and our faculty.

Position Summary

University Liggett School is seeking Bus Drivers to transport students over specified routes to and from school and special events.  Route drivers have regular five day per week routes. Event drivers have fluctuating schedules based on scheduled school activities and events and may drive an occasional route.         

Essential Responsibilities

• Fully understand how to operate and safely drive a school bus. 
• Assist students with getting on and off the bus as needed.
• Ensure the safety and security of all bus passengers and the vehicle.
• Arrive at pick-up and drop-off points in a timely manner.
• Reports all accidents immediately; requesting police or ambulance service as needed.
• Communicate effectively and positively with students, parents, staff, and colleagues.
• Participates in all required training.
• Check weather conditions and road reports before departures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor or other appropriate administrator.

Position Requirements

• A valid Michigan Driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Possess a valid Michigan CDL with B, P, S, endorsements and acquire a Michigan Department of Education bus driver card within 90 days of hire.
• Driving experience in transporting passengers.
• Training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
• Must be capable of working independently and possess the ability to understand and follow through on verbal and written instructions.
• Must possess basic first aid and CPR certification or be able to obtain it.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Possess a good knowledge of bus operation and traffic laws.
• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor.
• Alert, focused, and detail oriented.
• A self-starter who works well independently.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, use hands, use foot controls to drive, reach with hands and arms; climb, bend, kneel, and stoop; and talk and hear.
• Must be physically able to perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to use emergency exits at any location on the bus.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, night/dusk vision, color vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment

The job responsibilities are performed on a bus; Occasional exposure to objectionable conditions or variations such as those found in variable weather conditions.

For consideration, interested candidates are asked to submit their letter of interest, resume, and names and contact information for three references to Donna Root at droot@uls.org. 

We are in need of someone to take on the position of Head Coach for the FIRST Tech Challenge (grades 6-8) program at University Liggett School (ULS). In order to build the robotics program at ULS and provide a pipeline of future FIRST Robotics Competition (Upper School Program) team members, the FTC Head Coach position responsibilities include but are not limited to:

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Summer (preseason)

• Take inventory of current team supplies
• Learn about the FTC Program if currently unfamiliar with it
• Attend any training that may be available to help build your skills relating to the program

Early Fall (kickoff/build season - September/October)

• Lead kickoff meeting/activities the first Saturday in September
• Plan and run practices/team meetings 2-3 days per week September through December (beyond that if the team advances to States/Championships)
• Meetings take place after school and/or on Saturdays
• Ensure that the practices are fun and engaging and that all team members feel welcomed/have a role to play
• Teach middle school students how to use fabrication equipment and supervise the use of said equipment
• Teach middle school students how to set up and program the electronics systems that control the robot
• Guide students through the process of documenting their design process and assembling their documentation in to an engineering portfolio that is presented to the judges at competitions

Late Fall/Early Winter (November/December)

• Chaperone/supervise team at competitions (2 per year, plus advancement events if they qualify) which take place in November/December, typically on Saturdays (approximately 7am - 6pm)
• Transport/arrange for transportation of team equipment to and from competitions

Spring

• IF the team happens to qualify for the Championship Event (AKA “Worlds”), plan transportation, lodging, meals, and Chaperone/supervise team at the competition which is currently located in Houston Texas in Late April
• NOTE, this is a HIGHLY Unlikely scenario as very few teams from Michigan qualify to attend the event in Houston and the competition level is VERY high in Michigan

Year Round (as needed)

• Help secure funding for the program through grant applications sponsorships, and/or fundraising opportunities
• Participate in outreach events to generate interest in the program and recruit team members to grow the program
• Send weekly communications to team members and families regarding upcoming events and progress of the team
• Recruit and work with other adults and upper school team members to facilitate mentoring of students

Qualifications

• Prior participation in or knowledge of FIRST Robotics Programs as a student and/or mentor/coach
• Background in Design, Fabrication, and/or Controls of robotic systems
• Enthusiasm for hands-on STEM Education 
• Exceptional communication skills, including strong written, oral and presentation skills
• Proficient use of Google Suite and Microsoft Suite 
• Strong interpersonal skills and a high level of sophistication and maturity in social and professional setting
• Effectively manages and engages middle school students in learning opportunities 
• Excellent time management and project planning skills 
• Proficiency in supporting team sustainability through membership recruitment and fundraising 
• Demonstrates exemplary personal and professional ethics in keeping with ULS’s Community Values
• Embraces all elements of ULS’s Mission

Screenings: TB assessment, Livescan Background Check

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional school environment. 

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:This is a part-time, stipend position. Limited travel and occasional weekend and evening work may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination

ULS is an equal-opportunity employer and educational institution. It is the policy of the school to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, religion, color, national origin, disability, veteran status, military service, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, height, weight, misdemeanor arrest record, marital or familial status or any other status specifically protected by federal or Michigan law. 

This policy governs all aspects of employment at Liggett including hiring, assignments, training, promotions, compensation, employee benefits, discipline, discharge, and all other terms and conditions of employment. This policy applies to all conduct on school premises, during school-sponsored activities on or off campus, and in connection with all school-related duties or functions. This policy also applies to all conduct and communication by vendors or other third parties while on school premises or in connection with providing services to the school.

Contact Person 

Qualified candidates should send the following to Kimberlee Galea, Robotics coordinator, at kgalea@uls.org: 

• A letter of interest
• A resume or curriculum vitae