Essie Martin-Zinn
Belleville,IL
Summary
Compassionate and disciplined School Bus Monitor with many years of experience caring for special needs bus riders. Seasoned supervisor skilled in handling anything that happens on or near buses. Proficient at earning caregivers' full confidence, enabling students to enjoy safe and affirming bus rides.
Enthusiastic professional with many years of diverse experience monitoring buses transporting both children and adults, many with special needs. Gifted at making bus rides safe, fun, and efficient for riders from various backgrounds. Focused fully on riders, with maturity to employ discipline when needed.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Monitor
Missouri Special School District
Saint Louis, MO
08.2019 - Current
- Taught students bus safety rules and proper travel behavior.
- Supported emergency drills and practiced evacuation steps on a regular basis.
- Accompanied driver and children during bus routes to help keep students safe.
- Followed state, local, and federal laws for student confidentiality.
- Provided assistance to disabled students when getting on and off the bus.
- Maintained order and discipline among passengers during trips.
- Implemented process to make sure students exited at the correct stop and to proper guardians.
- Reported incidents to school administration promptly or accidents involving students to the school administration immediately.
- Communicated with parents regarding any concerns about their child's behavior on the bus.
- Reminded passengers of safety protocols and enforced adherence.
- Supervised student behavior during bus rides to ensure safety and compliance.
- Assisted students with disabilities in boarding and disembarking safely.
- Communicated effectively with drivers regarding student needs and safety protocols.
- Monitored students for appropriate conduct, fostering a respectful environment.
- Monitored student behavior on school buses to ensure safety and compliance.
- Assisted students with disabilities during boarding and disembarking processes.
Disability Specialist
Ray Graham Association
Chicago, Illinois
08.2001 - 09.2018
- Assessed client needs to develop personalized support plans.
- Coordinated services with community resources and healthcare providers.
- Facilitated training programs for staff on disability awareness and inclusion.
- Advocated for clients' rights in various settings and situations.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted support strategies as needed.
- Assisted individuals with disabilities in accessing community resources and services.
Education
Eutaw High
Eutaw, ALSkills
- Bus safety education
- Emergency procedures
- Student supervision
- Confidentiality compliance
Certification
- First aid and CPR certified
- Certified med one in passing medication.
- CPI and NCI certified
Timeline
School Bus Monitor
Missouri Special School District
08.2019 - Current
Disability Specialist
Ray Graham Association
08.2001 - 09.2018
Eutaw High