DOROTHY WEAVERLING
Huntingdon
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience as a School Bus Driver at Riling Busing Inc., skilled in safe driving practices and effective communication. Achieved high student satisfaction through proactive engagement and incident reporting, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Proven ability to adapt to challenges, fostering a respectful environment for all passengers.
Experienced with ensuring safe and timely transportation of students. Utilizes strong communication and problem-solving skills to manage student behavior and navigate routes efficiently. Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures to maintain secure environment for all passengers.
Transportation professional with steadfast commitment to safety and punctuality. Adept at managing student behavior and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Known for fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and staff while adapting to changing schedules and routes.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER/Central Scheduler
RILING BUSING INC
09.2016 - Current
- 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.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- 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.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Fostered a strong sense of community among bus riders, promoting respect for fellow passengers and valuing the importance of punctuality.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.
- Streamlined communication with parents regarding transportation schedules and changes, improving overall satisfaction.
- Fostered positive and respectful environment on bus, setting clear behavior expectations for students.
- Collaborated with school officials to update and optimize bus routes, meeting evolving needs of school community.
Geriatric Nursing Aide
Selinsgrove Center
06.2001 - 07.2008
- Helped residents achieve highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being through individualized attention.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities or changes to the supervising nurse promptly.
- Supported family members in understanding the aging process, providing resources and guidance on caregiving strategies.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices within geriatric care.
- Facilitated socialization opportunities among residents by organizing group activities such as games or craft sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for each patient.
- Ensured proper nutrition for patients by assisting with meal preparation, feeding assistance when needed.
- Bathed, dressed, groomed, toileted and fed residents to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
- Reported and recorded observations and results of treatments, tests, procedures, and specimens to facilitate care plan.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Provided emotional support for geriatric patients, fostering a sense of trust and companionship.
- Improved patient mobility by aiding with exercises and range of motion activities.
Education
No Degree - ACCOUNTING
LACKAWANNA JR COLLEGE
SCRANTON PAHigh School Diploma -
DANVILLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL
Danville, PA06-1973
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Incident reporting
- Commercial driving
- Special needs assistance
- Emergency procedures
- Passenger management
- Safety equipment usage
- Punctuality
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Vehicle inspections
- Defensive driving
- DOT regulations
- Transporting students
- Weather condition driving
- License endorsements
- Pre-trip inspections
- Bus evacuation drills
- Post-trip inspections
- Student supervision
- Safe driver training
- Passenger safety management
- Traffic laws adherence
- Child safety awareness
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Background checks
- Database management
- Verbal and written communication
- Data confidentiality
- Activity logging
- School district compliance
- Confidentiality
- Air brake certification
- Bus route planning
- Commercial drivers license CDL
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Federal and state driving regulations
- Schedule coordination
- Licensing requirements
- Two-way radio operation
- School bus policies
- Flexible schedule
Timeline
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER/Central Scheduler
RILING BUSING INC
09.2016 - Current
Geriatric Nursing Aide
Selinsgrove Center
06.2001 - 07.2008
No Degree - ACCOUNTING
LACKAWANNA JR COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
DANVILLE AREA HIGH SCHOOL
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