Adam Cahoon
Parker,CO
Summary
Experienced Transportation Educational Assistant with strong background in facilitating safe and efficient student transportation. Skills include proficient knowledge of transport regulations, effective communication, and exceptional teamwork abilities. Notable impact at previous organizations includes improving safety protocols for students and streamlining transportation schedules. Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations calmly and efficiently, while ensuring strict adherence to policies and procedures.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Educational Assistant
Douglas County School District
Parker, CO
09.2014 - Current
- Managed dozens of moderate to severe special-needs students to and from school.
- Coordinated and executed safety drills and directed passengers in evacuation.
- Managed emergency situations involving student transport ensuring that proper protocols were followed at all times.
- Ensured that all vehicles used by schools met legal requirements including insurance coverage, registration documents.
- Assisted in the development of educational plans for students with special needs related to transportation.
- Resolved complaints from parents or guardians regarding issues related to student transportation services.
- Provided guidance and support to students regarding transportation safety protocols.
- Assisted disabled passengers with boarding, exiting and safely storing mobility aids.
- Maintained records of student attendance on buses and other forms of transport.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure safe transportation of students.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Head Cashier
Jenny's Marker Conoco
Parker, CO
07.2008 - 06.2011
- Resolved and balanced cash drawers at end of shifts to generate accurate reports for cash registers.
- Reconciled credit card payments with the bank statements on a monthly basis.
- Conducted regular audits of cash registers to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies.
- Managed cashier team, ensuring efficient transaction processing and high customer service standards.
- Verified employee timecards for accuracy and completeness prior to submitting payroll information.
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock, and arranged products to improve sales.
- Scheduled and supervised cashiers during shifts, ensuring proper coverage of registers.
- Inventoried stock and placed new orders to maintain supplies for expected demand.
- Prepared cash deposits and balanced store safe for opening and closing of business.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as counting money, balancing tills, and reconciling discrepancies.
- Ensured all cashiers were trained in store policies and procedures, as well as safety protocols.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Followed federal and state protocols regarding the sale of Lotto, gasoline, tobacco and alcohol.
Busser and Waiter
Red Robin
Parker, CO
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Observed tables to tend to guest needs and identify customer service opportunities.
- Performed daily side work such as polishing silverware, folding napkins and restocking condiments.
- Stocked service areas with supplies such as coffee, food, tableware, and linens.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and tableware, ensuring availability at all times.
- Delivered food orders to tables in a timely manner according to company standards.
- Removed used tableware between courses and replaced tableware for next course promptly.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Implemented and adhered to health and safety regulations to ensure a safe dining environment.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Cashier
Subway
Camas, WA
02.2006 - 09.2006
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Performed opening and closing procedures including counting cash drawers and preparing deposits.
- Kept check-out areas clean, organized and well-stocked to maintain attractive store.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montana Academy
12-2005
Skills
- Transportation regulations
- Instructional support
- Language support
- Emergency procedures
- IEP implementation
- Student supervision
- Health monitoring
- Communication devices
- Data collection
Certification
- Red Cross CPR Certified
- Crisis Prevention Institute Certified
Timeline
Transportation Educational Assistant
Douglas County School District
09.2014 - Current
Head Cashier
Jenny's Marker Conoco
07.2008 - 06.2011
Busser and Waiter
Red Robin
07.2007 - 06.2008
Cashier
Subway
02.2006 - 09.2006
High School Diploma -
Montana Academy