Chanda Brown
Ocala,FL
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused professional with a proven track record at MCPS as a School Bus Driver. Known for effective communication and strict adherence to safety regulations, ensuring timely and secure transportation for students. Recognized for enhancing student satisfaction and fostering positive relationships while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and compliance.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
MCPS
- 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.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- 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, 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.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
- Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.
- Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.
- Reduced anxiety for parents with clear communication about schedules, delays, and safety measures in place.
- Encouraged culture of respect and cooperation among students, leading to more harmonious travel experience.
- Ensured safety of all passengers by meticulously following traffic laws and school policies.
- Responded to emergencies with calm and decisive actions, safeguarding well-being of all passengers.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus, documenting any issues and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Engaged positively with students and fostered a supportive and respectful atmosphere on the bus.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
Production Worker
HSM Solutions
03.2005 - 02.2023
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Assisted in training new employees on production processes, ensuring a seamless integration into the team.
- Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
- Met or exceeded daily production targets consistently through efficient task execution and effective time management skills.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Ensured accurate product labeling, reducing instances of customer dissatisfaction due to mismarked items.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent production delays.
- Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, ensuring flexibility in operations.
- Played key role in achieving production targets, consistently meeting daily quotas.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, minimizing disruptions to production.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
Cashier
Burger King
05.1991 - 11.2009
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies implemented at POS systems, ensuring seamless transition periods for both staff and customers.
- Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
- Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stock shortages and minimizing wastage.
- Assisted in inventory management, contributing to reduction in stock discrepancies.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
- Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
- Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
- Used POS system to enter orders, process payments and issue receipts.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
Education
High School Diploma
Forest High School
Ocala, FL06.1990
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Punctuality
- Safety equipment usage
- Emergency procedures
- Commercial driving
Timeline
Production Worker
HSM Solutions
03.2005 - 02.2023
Cashier
Burger King
05.1991 - 11.2009
School Bus Driver
MCPS
High School Diploma
Forest High School
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