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Hi, I’m
Darlene McCline
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Summary
Dedicated School Bus Driver experienced in ensuring safe and organized transportation for students. Achieved high standards of customer service and safety compliance through strong communication and interpersonal skills. Focused on contributing positively to team success while adapting to diverse environments and challenges.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Cypress Fairbanks Independence School District Cypress
School Bus Driver
04.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Transported students safely to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure bus safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with parents, staff, and students regarding schedules.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe travel environment.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly for timely repairs and service.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and district policies during driving duties.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Fostered positive relationships with students through friendly interactions, enhancing their comfort and safety during transport.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Engaged with parents to address concerns and provide updates on student transportation.
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Complied with district policies and procedures concerning student discipline.
- Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students.
- Learned and followed school transportation procedures.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Reported accidents and completed required reports.
- Facilitated safe loading and unloading of passengers during scheduled stops to ensure timely departures.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to supervisor.
- Inspected students' passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Sanitized bus interiors regularly to reduce germ transmission.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
- Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Drove gasoline, diesel or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students.
- Acquired and maintained certification in basic first aid and CPR.
- Operated bus safety lighting to increase safety during bus stop boarding and departing.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Read maps and followed written or verbal driving directions.
- Reported accidents, hazards or transportation delays using mobile two-way radios.
- Safely and patiently escorted small children across roads.
- Kept up-to-date on changes in local roads, traffic patterns, and construction projects that may affect routes or schedules.
Lyft And Uber
Contractor
02.2024 - 08.2025
Job overview
- Managed driver onboarding processes for rideshare platforms effectively.
- Coordinated communication between drivers and support teams efficiently.
- Assisted in resolving rider and driver inquiries promptly.
Starbucks
Barista
09.2018 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Prepared beverages with speed and accuracy to minimize customer wait times.
- Provided excellent customer service and ensured prompt delivery of food and beverages.
- Fulfilled orders according to customer specifications, enhancing satisfaction.
- Utilized menu knowledge to assist customers in selecting beverages tailored to their preferences.
- Handled customer payments efficiently at the cash register.
- Cleaned prep areas and replenished supplies to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
- Prepped ingredients at shift open and between busy periods.
Empowerment Church
Food Distribution Volunteer
03.2018 - 02.2020
Job overview
Stevenson Elementary School
Morning Greeter
08.2019 - 01.2020
Job overview
AT&T
Technician
08.2002 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by quickly resolving issues and ensuring reliability and durability of repairs.
- Helped restore equipment functionality and performance with in-field diagnostics and repairs.
- Delivered best-in-class assistance by staying current on technical and product knowledge.
- Developed reliable solutions to difficult technical problems encountered as part of system maintenance, upgrades, or support issues.
- Served large customer base, prioritizing work orders by severity and pre-planning service routes.
- Serviced existing accounts by analyzing work orders, planning daily travel schedule and conducting tests.
Education
Control Data Institute Southfield , MI
Certificate from Computer Technology
03.1988 - 11.1988
University Overview
Northeastern High SchoolDetroit, MI
Diploma
University Overview
Wayne County Community College District Detroit, MI
from Business Administration and Accounting
University Overview
Skills
- Bus operation
- Safety compliance
- Safety checks
- Passenger transport certification
- Defensive driving
- Class-c driver
- Air brake certification
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Safety management
- Route management
- Route navigation
- Traffic laws adherence
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- Customer service
- Customer relationship management
- Positive and professional
- Effective communication skills
- Conflict resolution
- Passenger management
- Event transportation
- Tech navigation
- DOT regulations
- Great attitude
- Special needs assistance
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer Experience
- Food Distribution Volunteer, Empowerment Church, MI; 03/2018- 02/2020
- Morning Greeter, Stevenson Elementary School, MI; 08/2019-01/2020
- Benevolence Ministries, Triumph Church, MI; 2007-2014
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Cypress Fairbanks Independence School District
04.2025 - Current
Contractor
Lyft And Uber
02.2024 - 08.2025
Morning Greeter
Stevenson Elementary School
08.2019 - 01.2020
Barista
Starbucks
09.2018 - 02.2020
Food Distribution Volunteer
Empowerment Church
03.2018 - 02.2020
Technician
AT&T
08.2002 - 08.2012
Control Data Institute
Certificate from Computer Technology
03.1988 - 11.1988
Northeastern High School
Diploma
Wayne County Community College District
from Business Administration and Accounting