Amber Rains
Wayne Westland Community School District
Westland,MI
3
years of professional experience
Experienced school bus driver and home care provider with a strong focus on safety, communication, and calm problem-solving. Skilled in maintaining schedules, enforcing behavior guidelines, and providing respectful support to students and clients. Known for dependable service, accurate incident reporting, and a clean driving record.
Work History
School Bus Driver
9 Months- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Obeyed federal, [MI] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Private Home Care Provider
8 Months- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
- Prepared nutritious meals and monitored dietary needs to support client health and comfort.
- Administered medication reminders and tracked schedules for consistent care routines.
- Maintained clean, safe living spaces through light housekeeping, laundry, and sanitation tasks.
- Coordinated transportation to appointments, errands, and community activities with dependable scheduling.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to promote trust, independence, and well-being.
- Consistently received positive feedback from both clients and their families, reflecting a commitment to providing exceptional home care services.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting schedules according to client needs while maintaining punctuality in all scheduled visits.
- Served as a trusted liaison between the client's family members and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication regarding ongoing care needs.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper administration and timely refills to maintain overall health.
- Promoted mental stimulation for clients by engaging them in conversation, games, or other cognitive activities based on their interests.
Home Care Provider
1 Year- Provided personal care, companionship, and daily living support to clients in home settings.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility while preserving dignity and comfort.
- Prepared meals, administered reminders for medications, and supported routine nutrition needs.
- Monitored client condition and reported changes promptly to care team and family members.
- Maintained clean, safe living spaces by completing light housekeeping and laundry tasks.
- Documented care activities accurately in compliance with service plans and agency requirements.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and supervisors to coordinate consistent care.
- Responded calmly to client needs and adjusted support based on changing routines and preferences.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
Kitchen Worker
2 Months- Prepared meals following school nutrition guidelines and standardized portion requirements.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely while supporting meal production and service flow.
- Maintained clean workstations, equipment, and serving areas to support food safety compliance.
- Followed sanitation procedures for dishwashing, surface cleaning, and utensil handling.
- Assisted with food receiving, storage, and inventory rotation to preserve freshness and reduce waste.
- Supported daily kitchen operations by restocking supplies and organizing prep areas efficiently.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
CDL license
Driving safety
Safety-focused
Defensive driving
Behavior management
Incident reporting
Student transportation
Behavioral support techniques
Special needs assistance
Problem-solving
Commercial Driver's license CDL
Dependable and reliable
Communication skills
Clean driving record
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Wayne Westland Community School District
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
Private Home Care Provider
Debra Joy
02.2025 - 10.2025Read More
Home Care Provider
Procare Unlimited
02.2024 - 02.2025Read More
Kitchen Worker
Wayne Westland School District
01.2024 - 03.2024Read More
John Glenn High School
High School Diploma
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