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ADVOCAP, Inc., is an established, recognized leader with over 60 years of experience in delivering effective anti-poverty and self-sufficiency programs and services. We are a private, nonprofit Community Action Agency committed to our mission of “creating opportunities for people and communities to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency.”
Substitute Bus Drivers - Head Start—Fond du Lac
ADVOCAP’s Head Start program is accepting applications for substitute Bus Drivers for our Fond du Lac Head Start Center. Position will begin mid-August ADVOCAP’s Head Start program prepares children ages 3-5 with quality early childhood education in Fond du Lac and Green Lake counties. We help families reach financial, career, and educational goals, while building resilience and confidence for the entire family. This position will need to have a welcoming and friendly personality to ensure comfortability in working with kids and families that align with our core mission and values for all employees. The position will provide safe transportation by driving a minibus for children ages 3-5 to and from various locations in the Fond du Lac area. This position will assist in other areas of the program in between driving duties.
Responsibilities Include:
- Complete necessary documentation/record keeping as required by Supervisor and HS
- Follow transportation regulations enacted by HS & the State & Federal Transportation Boards concerning the health and safety of children
- Assist in the preparation of bus routes & adhere to fixed route
- Provide transportation to educational, medical field trips & other extra or special assignment trips
- Receive phone calls from parents, or contact parents via the phone as needed
- Monitor the safe operation and cleanliness of the bus
- Communicate positively & effectively
- Ensure that no one enters the bus other than yourself, bus monitor & children
- Promptness is required
- Enforce conduct and safety rules on the bus
- Ensure your availability to work early morning and later evening hours as well as occasional Fridays and weekends.
Job Requirements:
- A bus endorsement is required at time of hire or to be obtained within 6 weeks of hire
- High school degree or GED/HSED and 12—18 months of previous related work experience
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule of possibly varying duties at various locations in the Fond du Lac area
- Completion of internal training modules, skill-level programs, or other training/programs
- Possess or will obtain within the first 90 days of employment CDL with bus endorsement.
- 50%+ of time on the job spent traveling using an Agency and/or personal vehicle.
- Must pass driving criteria per Agency insurance carrier as well as DOT regulations to be hired and to maintain employment. Valid driver’s license required.
- CPR certified or willing to obtain
- Physical/tb/drug screen and comprehensive background check required
- Reliable attendance and a professional work ethic
Salary and Benefits:
These substitute positions could work up to 29 hours per week, Monday—Thursday with occasional Fridays and weekends. Starting pay is $17.00 per hour until a Bus endorsement is acquired. Starting pay is $18 per hour for applicants with a Bus endorsement. These positions are for the program year, with summers off and will begin mid-August. Benefits include vacation, sick and holiday pay, and our employer contribution 401k.
How to Apply:
Submit a resume and include a cover letter that highlights your relevant background and desire for the position. Applications received by September 1, 2026 will receive primary consideration, however applications will continue to be received until position is filled.
Women, minorities, and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Contact Us:
ADVOCAP Inc., Human Resources PO Box 1108, Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1108
Email: [email protected] Confidential FAX: 920-927-9930 www.advocap.org
ADVOCAP, Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: On the road
