CORETTA BRADFORD
Chicago,IL
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Illinois School Bus
Crestwood , Illinois
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Cleaned interior of buses regularly including vacuuming floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Reported any mechanical or operational issues to maintenance staff promptly.
Paraprofessional
CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CHICAGO, IL
11.2019 - 05.2023
- Assist teacher with student's goals
- Assist students with physical needs such as feeding, changing and exercise.
- Implemented strategies to help improve student's self-esteem and social skills.
- Observed classrooms during testing periods to ensure that all safety protocols were followed properly.
- Worked closely with school counselors to address mental health issues among students with disabilities.
Paraprofessional Substitute
MAXIM
CHICAGO, IL
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Assist teacher with students on field trips, Special Olympics and everyday life skills.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students requiring extra help in classwork or homework assignments.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations using problem solving skills and proper safety protocols.
- Monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement to encourage appropriate conduct.
INDIAN SPRING DISTRICT
BRIDGEVIEW, IL
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Assist teacher with student goals
MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT
MARION, IA
08.2015 - 05.2017
- Observed students to supply feedback regarding potential learning blocks to create goals and support
Education
A.A. Health Science -
ROBERT MORRIS COLLEGE
01.2001
Skills
- Calmness
- Patience
- Attention to detail
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Knowledge of classroom subjects
- Effective communication
- DOT Compliance
- Daily logging
- Defensive Driving
- Safe driving techniques
- Safe Driving Practices
- CDL License
- Clean Driving Record
- Punctuality
Timeline
Driver
Illinois School Bus
10.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional
CHICAGO PUBLIC SCHOOLS
11.2019 - 05.2023
Paraprofessional Substitute
MAXIM
08.2017 - 06.2020
INDIAN SPRING DISTRICT
08.2017 - 06.2018
MARION SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2015 - 05.2017
A.A. Health Science -
ROBERT MORRIS COLLEGE