Dawn Chase
New Hartford,IA
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused School Bus Driver with experience at CF Community School, adept at ensuring student safety through effective communication and strict adherence to regulations. Proven ability to manage passenger behavior and maintain vehicle compliance, demonstrating reliability and professionalism in all interactions. Committed to fostering a positive transportation environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
CF Community School
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Learned and applied safety protocols for student transportation.
- Assisted in daily vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of bus interior to promote positive environment.
- Communicated effectively with students and parents regarding schedules and safety procedures.
- Adapted quickly to changing traffic conditions while prioritizing student safety.
- Collaborated with school administration to address transportation needs and concerns.
- Developed familiarity with local routes to enhance navigation efficiency.
- Attended training sessions to improve driving skills and safety awareness.
- 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.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
School Bus Driver
1St. Student
08.2023 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- 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.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
Live-Out Nanny
DJ Nanny Service
08.2012 - 08.2023
- Provided attentive care for children, ensuring safety and well-being during daily activities.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development in children.
- Coordinated schedules for children's extracurricular activities, enhancing time management skills.
- Assisted with homework and provided academic support, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily routines.
- Maintained a clean and organized play environment, supporting productive playtime experiences.
- Performed light housekeeping duties relevant to childcare areas ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were maintained consistently.
- Assisted in potty training efforts for toddlers while maintaining a patient and supportive approach.
- Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
- Provided consistent discipline according to parental guidelines while respecting individual child''s needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
CF High School
Cedar Falls, IANo Degree - CDL B
1St. Student
Waterloo, IA10-2023
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Commercial driving
- Emergency procedures
- Safety equipment usage
- Passenger management
- Punctuality
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT regulations
- Transporting students
- Pre-trip inspections
- Route logs
- Post-trip inspections
- Student supervision
- Passenger safety management
- Safe driver training
- Passenger assistance
Timeline
School Bus Driver
CF Community School
08.2024 - 05.2025
School Bus Driver
1St. Student
08.2023 - 05.2024
Live-Out Nanny
DJ Nanny Service
08.2012 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
CF High School
No Degree - CDL B
1St. Student