CLEOPATRA JAMISON-COLEMAN
MOTOR COACH BUS OPERATOR
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused School Bus Driver with extensive experience at Houston ISD, adept at maintaining vehicle systems and ensuring passenger safety. Proven ability to communicate effectively with students and parents while fostering a positive environment. Skilled in pre-trip inspections and special needs assistance, enhancing overall transportation experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Houston ISD
08.2024 - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
Transit Bus Operator
REM
06.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and functional vehicle, conducting thorough checks before each shift to ensure operational readiness.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
- Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring a comfortable and accessible transit experience for all riders.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Resolved conflicts among passengers calmly and efficiently, maintaining a safe environment for all riders throughout their journey.
School Bus Driver
Klein ISD
07.2018 - 08.2024
- 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.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.
- Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
Education
No Degree - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
MASSEY BUSINESS COLLEGE
Houston, TX04-1985
High School Diploma -
WALTRIP
Houston, TX05-1982
No Degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Commercial driving
- Special needs assistance
- Safety equipment usage
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Defensive driving
- Pre-trip inspections
- Transporting students
- Route logs
- Safe driver training
- Passenger safety management
- Vehicle systems maintenance
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Background checks
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Houston ISD
08.2024 - Current
Transit Bus Operator
REM
06.2021 - Current
School Bus Driver
Klein ISD
07.2018 - 08.2024
No Degree - BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS
MASSEY BUSINESS COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
WALTRIP
No Degree - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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