*URGENT* KING COUNTY BIDEWW AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM DRIVER
ORGANIZATION: Washington West African Center formally GAMBIAN TALENTS PROMOTION
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JOB DESCRIPTION FOR KING COUNTY BIDEWW AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM DRIVER
BIDEWW AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM SUMMARY
After several parents engaged us to create a program that will support West African kids with their academic, life and social skills needs, in February of 2022, WAWAC finally created what we call our "BIDEWW" (STAR) After School Program. WAWAC's BIDEWW/star after-school program and homework club seeks to create a culturally appropriate fun and new learning environment that fosters social skills, and provides learning opportunities for our kids through exciting semi-structured activities such as science experiments, cooking classes, arts projects, singing, dancing, music, cinematography, storytelling and more at a culturally appropriate setting for free of charge.
Since the kids spend a lot of time at school where they learn in a structured and formal environment, the BIDEWW After School program is done in a loose environment where they still learn fun stuff that they create themselves. Additional recreational activities also take place to encourage them to stay active, healthy, and connected with each other.
This is also a platform for West African kids to interact, learn from each other and build their own community. It is available to school-aged children 5 to 17 years old in Snohomish and King Counties twice a week.Through this platform,the kids of our community explore their artistic instincts through collaborative art projects.It holds significant value for our kids because it inspires them to be creatively driven at an early age. An opportunity that they don't ordinarily receive from their parents because a lot of West African parents deem art as a "waste of time" -This grossly deprives kids the possibility to explore their creativity. We pride ourselves in opening our program to a wide range of African kids tailored to their unique needs, identity and values.
- In Lynnwood, WAWAC offers this program twice a week (Wednesday's and Friday's (4:30pm to 7:00 pm) and needs support helping to maintain and improve this essential service. This location is a high need as both the kids and the parents eagerly look forward to this program.
- After successfully implementing the pilot Bideww After School program in Snohomish County, in September of 2022, WAWAC partnered with School’s Out Washington to start a similar program in King County. This program is also offered to the West African youths in King County twice a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:35pm to 5pm) at Dimmitt Middle School (12320 80th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98178)
Take a look at what a week can look like in the afterschool program: here or here .
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely transport Bideww students to and from Dimmitt Middle School on time, ensuring strict adherence to all traffic rules and regulations.
- Maintain a clean and well-maintained vehicle, conducting routine inspections and reporting any issues to the ED/WAWAC Bideww Staff.
- Ensure the safety and well-being of Bideww students during transit, implementing and enforcing seat belt usage and other safety measures.
- Communicate effectively with parents, school staff, and program directors regarding any transportation-related matters or changes.
- Develop a positive and supportive rapport with students, fostering a safe and comfortable atmosphere during transportation.
- Implement and follow established pick-up and drop-off schedules, making adjustments as necessary and informing relevant parties of any changes.
- Collaborate with after-school program coordinators to ensure smooth transitions between school and the program's activities.
- Maintain accurate records of daily transportation activities, including attendance, mileage, and any incidents or concerns.
- Be responsive to the individual needs of students, providing assistance as needed and addressing any behavioral or safety issues promptly.
- Attend regular meetings and training sessions to stay informed about changes in procedures, policies, and best practices related to student transportation.
- Uphold a positive and professional image, serving as a representative of the after-school program to students, parents, and the community.
- Ensure compliance with all licensing and safety requirements relevant to student transportation services.
- Assist with loading and unloading students from the vehicle, ensuring a secure and organized process.
- Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and WAWAC Staff to address any specific student needs or concerns related to transportation.
REQUIREMENTS
Candidates are required to fill out this job application form and do a criminal background check. WAWAC carries a background check through Checkr and will need your full name and email address to process this. It can take up to 72 hours to get the results back.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
- Possession of a valid and clean driver's license with the appropriate endorsements for transporting passengers.
- Excellent driving record with no history of accidents or traffic violations that may pose a risk to the safety of passengers.
- Knowledge of and strict adherence to traffic laws, regulations, and safe driving practices.
- Prior experience as a driver, particularly in a school or childcare transportation setting, is preferred.
- Familiarity with the local area, school locations, and potential traffic patterns to facilitate efficient and timely transportation.
- Ability to maintain a positive and supportive atmosphere during transportation, ensuring the well-being and comfort of students.
- Responsible and reliable, with a commitment to punctuality and adherence to established schedules.
- Flexibility to adapt to changes in transportation routes or schedules and the ability to communicate such changes effectively.
- Physical ability to assist with the loading and unloading of students, including those with special needs, as necessary.
- Knowledge of and commitment to safety protocols, including the proper use of seat belts and other safety measures.
- Willingness to attend relevant training sessions and meetings to stay informed about best practices, policies, and procedures related to student transportation.
- Strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records of daily transportation activities, attendance, and any incidents or concerns.
- Ability to speak and write Standard English.
- Must pass a criminal background check and fingerprinting.
SALARY/HOURS:
This is a part-time 16-20 hours/week position and two different locations to choose from. The salary is $25/hour.
Contact: For more information, contact WAWAC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, Pa Ousman Joof via Email: pajoof@wawac.org, Tel : (253)-235-2132 .
1 Shift
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02:30 PM to 05:00 PM PST
For BIDEWW After-School Program for West African Students. Anyone is welcome to apply
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About Washington West African Center formally GAMBIAN TALENTS PROMOTION
Location:
19203 36th Ave W, Suite 210, Lynnwood, WA 98036, US
Mission Statement
The Washington West African Center (WAWAC) is a By and For organization, founded and managed within the communities we work. It was created with the community in mind, who are front and center to the work we do. WAWAC is a statewide agency and operates predominantly in Snohomish, King, Pierce and Clark counties, with particular focus in Snohomish county in cities such as Everett, Lynnwood, MountLake Terrace, Edmonds, Bothell, Mill Creek, and Mukilteo, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Shoreline, Kent, Renton, Burien, Federal way. Our mission is to connect West Africans in Washington with local resources, bridge the gap between us and the wider community and culturally socialize West African children in a value driven way. Our mission aims to establish a pedestal to enable West Africans discover their full potential and facilitate communication through the use of modern information technologies and works of art for the discovery and realization of their talents.
Description
We are the 911 and the 211 for West Africans who are living with their families and working in Washington which is home to thousands of West Africans. The population we serve is mostly West African immigrants with their families - including children and seniors. This community tends to suffer more from disinformation and coupled with a deep mistrust of the systems. This perhaps is a consequence of trauma emanating from suffering (discrimination and deprivation) endured through the ages. We are a predominantly immigrant community, mostly from West Africa (The Gambia, Senegal, Mauritania, Sierra Leone, Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon, Togo, Benin), and a good number of people in our community are undocumented and have no formal education. This often leads us to live in unsafe neighborhoods, exposed to crime, domestic violence, unhealthy lifestyles and behaviors, vulnerability, and other conditions that negatively impact our health and wellbeing. Most of the members of our community work in the hotel, food and hospitality industries, hair salons, and rideshare. Others work at home health care facilities and support adults and children with disability, and people with underlying medical conditions.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
12320 80th Avenue SouthSeattle, WA 98178
DATE POSTED
October 15, 2024
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Bus/Van Driving
- Transportation
- Multi-Tasking
- Organization
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- Orientation or Training
- Must arrive at 4:30pm, before class ends at 5pm. The driver is expected to stay until all students have been picked up from the school. This is to ensure pick up and drop off security. Must be able to attend either Tuesdays or Thursdays or both days.
- This program may require some students to be picked up from home and dropped off to attend program. The driver must pick up any students and drop off before class by 2:35pm.