Dianne Evans
Wilson,NC
Summary
With a proven track record at Wilson County Schools Wilson, I am a dedicated School Bus Driver skilled in safe driving practices and effective communication. I excel in creating a positive and secure environment for special needs students, significantly enhancing parent satisfaction and safety protocols. My expertise includes route planning and behavior management, ensuring timely and safe student transportation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Wilson County Schools Wilson
01.2001 - 07.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- Contributed to the overall success of the school''s special needs program by reliably transporting students to extracurricular activities, field trips, and appointments.
- Streamlined transportation processes by accurately documenting mileage logs, fuel purchases, and maintenance records.
- Minimized disruptions to schedules by quickly adapting to route changes and traffic conditions for timely arrivals at destinations.
- Managed challenging situations involving student behavior with patience, empathy, and effective problem-solving skills that prioritized safety for all involved.
- Ensured student satisfaction by maintaining a clean, comfortable, and well-organized bus environment.
- Promoted positive relationships with students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that respected each child''s unique needs.
- Safeguarded student welfare by promptly addressing medical emergencies or other concerns according to established protocols.
- Supported special needs students by effectively communicating with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding individual requirements.
- Reduced behavioral incidents through consistent enforcement of established rules and clear communication of expectations to students.
- Demonstrated professionalism and a strong work ethic by consistently arriving early, preparing the bus, and being available for additional duties as needed.
- Enhanced safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus.
- Collaborated with school staff in developing individualized transportation plans for special needs students, ensuring their safety and comfort during transit.
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations governing the transportation of special needs students in a school setting.
- Improved on-time arrival rates by diligently planning efficient routes and managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home life and school by providing consistent support during pick-up/drop-off times for special needs children.
- Increased parent satisfaction through regular communication about their child''s transportation experience and responsiveness to feedback or concerns raised.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices within the bus to ensure safe transport for all passengers.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and events promoting inclusivity among special needs students.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
- Worked closely with school administration and transportation to maintain smooth operations.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date route and time logs.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage, and hours.
- Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
- Executed proper and timely loading and unloading of passengers.
- Administered first aid to passengers in need.
- Assisted in training new drivers and maintaining driver certifications.
Fast Cook
Bowling Fast Food
01.1999 - 03.2001
- Engaged with guests to gather feedback and improve menu offerings.
- Prepared diverse menu items by following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Managed kitchen inventory for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
- Monitored food safety standards to uphold health regulations.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Education
1 Semester - Business
Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC03.2015
12th - Business
Edmondson High School
Baltimore, MD06.1970
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Behavior management
- Commercial driving
- Special needs assistance
- Incident reporting
- Passenger management
- Route planning
- Drug and alcohol testing
- DOT regulations
- Weather condition driving
- Transporting students
- Pre-trip inspections
- License endorsements
- Route navigation
- Route logs
- Bus evacuation drills
- Student supervision
- Passenger safety management
- Traffic laws adherence
- Child safety awareness
- Wheelchair lift operation
- GPS and route planning
- Fuel efficiency
- Class-c driver
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Wilson County Schools Wilson
01.2001 - 07.2024
Fast Cook
Bowling Fast Food
01.1999 - 03.2001
1 Semester - Business
Wilson Community College
12th - Business
Edmondson High School
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