- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Dancing
- Volunteering
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Outdoor Recreation
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Cooking
- Gym Workouts
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- Graphic Design
- Swimming
- Drawing and Painting
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Photography
- Dance
- Road Trips
Cynthia Simpson
Lake Peekskill,NY
Summary
With a strong background in student transportation and private duty nursing, I excel in ensuring safety and providing compassionate care. At First Student Mat Bus Corp, I improved route efficiency and safety, showcasing my skills in traffic regulations compliance and empathy. My proactive approach and dedication to passenger assistance highlight my ability to adapt and excel in dynamic environments. Diligent [Desired Position] with strong history of safe transportation and punctuality. Known for maintaining clean and orderly vehicle and ensuring safety of students. Demonstrated excellent route planning and effective communication with parents and school staff. Careful School Bus Driver attentive to road rules, school schedules, and students' needs. Maintains daily schedules with good driving abilities and understanding of local traffic flows. Protects students by operating bus safely and controlling student behavior. Professional driver with extensive experience in student transportation and safety protocols. Proven track record of maintaining vehicle cleanliness and ensuring timely arrivals. Focused on fostering teamwork, adapting to changing needs, and ensuring reliable service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Van Driver
First Student Mat Bus Corp
191 Flosa Parks Street 8th FL Cincinnati OH 45202
09.2021 - 10.2024
- Demonstrated punctuality consistently in arriving at designated stops according to schedule requirements.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized vehicle for comfortable student transportation.
- Provided valuable input to administrators on optimizing transportation routes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Educated passengers about emergency evacuation procedures in case of accidents or other unexpected situations.
- Assisted children with special needs in boarding and exiting the van, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Adhered to traffic regulations while exhibiting defensive driving skills, ensuring students'' safety during commutes.
- Worked collaboratively with other drivers in coordinating pickup/drop-off schedules for various after-school activities or field trips.
- Ensured timely pick-up and drop-off of students by adhering to the established routes and schedules.
Bus Monitor
Mat Bus Corp
1022 Lower South Street Peeskill NY 10566
09.2017 - 06.2021
- Assisted driver in monitoring and managing student behaviors to promote safety.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop personalized plans for students requiring additional assistance during transportation.
- Partnered with bus drivers to create a welcoming environment for students entering the vehicle each morning.
- Contributed to the development of effective emergency evacuation procedures, prioritizing student safety in crisis situations.
- Conducted thorough inspections of the bus before and after each route, identifying potential safety hazards or maintenance needs.
- Increased accessibility for wheelchair users by operating specialized equipment when needed, facilitating smooth boarding processes for all passengers.
- Secured special seats and restraint devices used by students.
- Managed emergency bus evacuations with appropriate use of emergency door.
- Kept student personal and medical information in strictest confidence.
LPN, Private Duty
A&T HealthCare
339 North Main Street New City NY 10956
07.2006 - 07.2011
- Implemented infection control measures diligently, minimizing the risk of contamination in the home setting.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and dignity in their own homes.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring the proper dosage and timing for optimal treatment effectiveness.
- Enhanced patients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and empathetic private duty nursing services.
- Participated in ongoing continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in private duty nursing.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' vital signs and overall well-being, identifying potential issues early on for prompt intervention.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment for healing.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Art
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY12.2017
Skills
- Traffic Regulations Compliance
- Patience and Empathy
- Safe Driving Practices
- Adaptable to change
- Passenger Assistance
- Child Safety Awareness
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Emergency Preparedness
- Dependable and reliable
- Safety-focused
- Effective communication skills
- Punctuality
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Understands local routes
- Transporting Students
- Student Supervision
- Route Navigation
- Equipment Operation
- Behavior Management
- Safe Driver Training
- Incident Reporting
- Passenger safety management
- Vehicle systems maintenance
- Equipment monitoring
- Emergency Procedures
- Special Needs Assistance
- Student chaperoning
- Class-C driver
- Traffic law compliance
- Strong safety history
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
- School district compliance
Accomplishments
- Design - Responsible for creative design for prominent [project].
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
Certification
- Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Endorsement (if applicable) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Student Management, Discipline, and Bullying on the School Bus Training – Pupil Transportation Safety Institute.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) approved provider.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Special Needs Transportation Training – Various authorized providers.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - [State] Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Wheelchair Securement Training Certificate – Q'Straint/Sure-Lok or similar.
- School Bus Safety Training Certificate - State Education Department or equivalent.
- Advanced Child Passenger Safety Restraint Systems on School Buses Training – Safe Kids Worldwide.
- Human Trafficking Awareness for School Bus Drivers and Transportation Staff – U.S Department of Transportation.
Interests
Portfolio
My professional Work
Timeline
School Van Driver
First Student Mat Bus Corp
09.2021 - 10.2024
Bus Monitor
Mat Bus Corp
09.2017 - 06.2021
LPN, Private Duty
A&T HealthCare
07.2006 - 07.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Art
Westchester Community College