Brenda Shelton
Leicester,NC
Summary
Highly dependable professional with background in operating school buses and transporting students safely. Experienced in maintaining vehicle cleanliness, assisting special needs students, and accurately following routes. Strong capabilities include excellent driving skills, superior knowledge of safety procedures, and punctuality. Past roles have shown significant improvements in route efficiency and overall student safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Owen High
Black Mountain, North Carolina
08.2019 - 06.2023
- Adhered to local laws and regulations regarding speed limits, traffic signals, loading zones, and other transportation rules.
- Made small repairs to vehicles for safe operations when necessary.
- Reported any mechanical malfunctions or needed repairs to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools valley Springs
Asheville , North Carolina
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Adhered to local laws and regulations regarding speed limits, traffic signals, loading zones, and other transportation rules.
- Made small repairs to vehicles for safe operations when necessary.
- Reported any mechanical malfunctions or needed repairs to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Erwin High
Asheville , North Carolina
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Adhered to local laws and regulations regarding speed limits, traffic signals, loading zones, and other transportation rules.
- Made small repairs to vehicles for safe operations when necessary.
- Reported any mechanical malfunctions or needed repairs to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Enka Middle School
Candler, NC
10.2010 - 06.2012
- Adhered to local laws and regulations regarding speed limits, traffic signals, loading zones, and other transportation rules.
- Made small repairs to vehicles for safe operations when necessary.
- Reported any mechanical malfunctions or needed repairs to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
Professional School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools, Leicester Elementary
Leicester , NC
09.2007 - 08.2010
- Provided safe and reliable transportation for students to and from school each day.
- Regulated environmental controls for student comfort.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the bus to ensure proper operation.
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Sand Hill Venable
Asheville , NC
10.2005 - 09.2007
- Adhered to local laws and regulations regarding speed limits, traffic signals, loading zones, and other transportation rules.
- Made small repairs to vehicles for safe operations when necessary.
- Reported any mechanical malfunctions or needed repairs to the supervisor immediately upon discovery.
- Maintained a clean appearance of both interior and exterior of vehicles at all times.
- Monitored student behavior while on the bus to ensure safety and security of all passengers.
- Inspected vehicle tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights and fluids to verify safe operation.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Conducted regular visual checks of the interior of the bus during operation for potential hazards or safety concerns.
- Monitored traffic during bus stops to provide safe boarding by students.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arose while on duty.
- Operated bus safety lighting to increase safety during bus stop boarding and departing.
- Learned and followed school transportation procedures.
- Coordinated closely with school administration personnel to ensure compliance with district policies and procedures related to student transportation services.
- Attended staff meetings regularly to stay updated on changes in policy or procedure.
- Managed passenger counts accurately at each stop along the route.
- Performed pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure that buses were in good working order.
- Maintained accurate records of daily routes, pickups, and drop offs.
- Performed routine bus maintenance and cleaning for ideal condition.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Tallied student count, mileage and fuel usage reports, forwarding to immediate supervisor for documentation purposes.
- Provided assistance with wheelchair lifts when necessary for disabled students or adults.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edwin High Scool
Asheville , NC05-1994
Skills
- Vehicle inspections
- Small repairs
- Traffic regulations
- Emergency response
- Pre-trip inspections
- Student management
- Safety compliance
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- School district compliance
- Safe driving techniques
- Vehicle maintenance
- Passenger management
- Vehicle inspection
- Organization
- Behavior management
- Traffic laws adherence
- Order picking and processing
- Traffic law compliance
- Transporting students
- Safe driving practices
- Clean DMV record
- Local traffic laws
- License endorsements
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Owen High
08.2019 - 06.2023
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools valley Springs
08.2017 - 06.2019
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Erwin High
08.2012 - 06.2017
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Enka Middle School
10.2010 - 06.2012
Professional School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools, Leicester Elementary
09.2007 - 08.2010
School Bus Operator
Buncombe County Schools Sand Hill Venable
10.2005 - 09.2007
High School Diploma -
Edwin High Scool