Proactive School Bus Driver with extensive experience in safe driving practices, route planning, and student behavior management. Skilled in vehicle inspections, emergency procedures, and maintaining accurate transportation logs. Known for professionalism and fostering positive environments for students, ensuring their safety and punctuality.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Road Scholars
09.2023 - Current
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.
Foster Care Driver
Safe Passage
09.2018 - 09.2023
Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
School Bus Driver
Student Transportation of America, STA
09.2002 - 07.2017
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.
Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
LNA
CMC
10.2010 - 08.2012
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.