Danielle Burke
Pace Transportation
Pittston,PA
15
years of professional experience
Dedicated childcare and transportation professional with experience supporting children’s safety, routines, and daily transitions. Skilled in parent communication, activity planning, and time management. Committed to maintaining clean, organized, and secure environments that support child development.
Work History
School Van Driver
2 Years 9 Months- Ensured safe transport of students to and from school and activities daily.
- Executed safe driving practices to minimize risks and ensure student safety.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations during all driving activities.
- Oversaw student behavior during transit to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Performed inspections and cleaning of vehicle to maintain safety and reliability.
- Maintained interior and exterior cleanliness of vehicle to promote safety and hygiene.
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle inspections in pre-trip logs and daily vehicle reports.
- Communicated updates to parents about transportation schedules and changes to enhance transparency.
Daycare Worker
1 Year 7 Months- Designed and implemented play-based learning activities to enhance cognitive skills.
- Facilitated engaging activities to promote social interaction and teamwork among children.
- Facilitated creative play activities like art projects, music time, and story time, enhancing children's creativity and expression.
- Monitored children for safety and emotional well-being, ensuring a supportive environment throughout the day.
- Monitored playtime to ensure safety and encourage positive behavior among all participants.
- Organized and maintained a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of play areas to promote a healthy atmosphere.
- Prepared learning activities using age-appropriate toys and classroom materials.
- Instructed young children in basic educational concepts such as numbers, shapes, colors, letters.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Supported children's potty training and diapering efforts.
- Updated parents on children's progress and daily activities, fostering transparency and trust.
- Addressed parent inquiries promptly, fostering strong relationships and open communication.
- Assisted lead staff with arrival, departure, and classroom transitions.
Clerk/Team Leader
1 Year 4 Months- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, ensuring a positive shopping experience.
- Provided knowledgeable assistance to customers regarding product selection and availability.
- Executed sales transactions accurately, ensuring swift and efficient customer service.
- Handled cash register operations, maintaining accuracy in cash handling and reporting.
- Delivered expert recommendations to customers on wine and spirits selection, elevating their overall shopping experience.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of products on shelves.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accurate stock records and minimize discrepancies.
- Processed incoming shipments and organized backroom inventory for efficient access and management.
- Arranged bottles, boxes, and promotional displays on shelves, ensuring an appealing shopping environment.
- Fostered collaboration among team members, improving store performance through shared insights and strategies.
- Led team meetings to align on goals, address challenges, and strategize for continuous improvement.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding store policies and assisted in locating products throughout the store.
Resturant Worker
4 Years 10 Months- Prepared food items promptly to meet customer demand during peak hours, enhancing overall service flow.
- Delivered friendly, prompt service while addressing customer inquiries, fostering a positive dining experience.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver efficient service, contributing to customer satisfaction.
- Accurately processed customer orders and handled transactions with efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in food preparation and dining areas.
- Conducted regular cleaning and organization of workstations to ensure a safe environment.
- Prepared high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and procedures.
- Supported colleagues during busy shifts to enhance overall team performance and workflow.
Education
High School Diploma
High School Diploma
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Skills
Safe driving practices
Traffic regulations
Safety regulations
Vehicle inspection
Pre-trip logs
Route navigation
Child supervision
School district compliance
Safety awareness
CPR/First aid
Activity planning
Special needs experience
Timeline
School Van Driver
Pace Transportation
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Daycare Worker
Close to Home Childcare
06.2022 - 01.2024Read More
Clerk/Team Leader
Fine Wine and Good Spirits Store
11.2018 - 03.2020Read More
Resturant Worker
Burger King
04.2012 - 02.2017Read More
Pittston Area High School
High School Diploma
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Wilkes Barre Vo Tech
High School Diploma
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Luzerne County Community College
Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
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