Part-time Driver

Part-time Driver

At The New School of Montpelier (NSM), you'll find a welcoming community, opportunities to grow professionally, a supportive working environment, and one on one trained staff. Join our passionate team of educators and support staff who believe every individual has limitless potential.

Who is NSM? We are a student centered, employee owned cooperative, year round therapeutic school for students 5-22, and adults with Developmental Disabilities. We create learning communities with a culture of safety and belonging committed to preparing individuals with unique and complex challenges for successful lives.

Mission: NSM is a learning community committed to preparing individuals with unique and complex challenges for successful lives. We use evidence based practices to promote independence, communication, social/emotional skills and academic growth, within a culture of safety and belonging.

Position: NSM is currently seeking a part-time driver that is responsible for safely transporting adult participants in their personal vehicle to and from their program. The Driver is expected to provide reliable, professional, and respectful transportation while maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all passengers. The Driver works closely with school staff and follows all NSM policies, transportation procedures, applicable state and federal regulations, and individual student safety requirements.

Qualifications: Valid driver's license, safe and reliable vehicle, and acceptable driving record. The ability to successfully complete any required background checks. Ability to remain calm, patient, and professional in a variety of situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries. Previous experience transporting students, working in a school setting, or working with individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.

Other requirements for this position include:

• Proof of current automobile insurance.
• Proof of current inspection of motor vehicles.
• The position may involve transportation in varying weather and traffic conditions.

Compensation & Benefits: Hourly rate of $21.00 per hour, for up to 20 hours per week, 222 days per year. The position involves morning and afternoon participant transportation, with hours scheduled around student arrival and dismissal times. Mileage reimbursement at the federal rate every two weeks.

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Employees are eligible to participate in the New School of Montpelier 401(k) Plan in accordance with the terms of the Plan.

Apply: Please send your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io. We encourage applicants to apply via email; or can also be mailed via USPS mail to The New School of Montpelier Human Resources, 9 West Street, Montpelier, VT 05602. Please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

If you need assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Director at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

The New School of Montpelier is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.