Compassionate Special Needs School Bus Driver with strong focus on safely and productively completing transport tasks. Skilled in behavior management, special needs assistance, and emergency response preparedness. Excel in communication, patience, and empathy, ensuring positive and supportive interactions with students and parents. Prioritize timely routes while maintaining adaptability to meet individual student needs effectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Hillsborough County Schools
Tampa, FL
11.2015 - 06.2024
Greeted and welcomed passengers as they boarded the school bus.
Ensured that all students were safely seated before departing for the destination.
Performed pre-trip inspections on the bus to ensure it was in safe working order.
Followed designated routes, stopping at designated locations, and operating equipment such as wheelchair lifts.
Inspected safety features of vehicle such as lights, brakes, steering, and emergency exits.
Maintained records regarding daily attendance, student behavior issues, or other pertinent information.
Assisted special needs students with physical activities such as walking or transferring from wheelchairs onto the bus seat.
Provided close supervision of special needs students to ensure safe travel environment for them and other passengers.
Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
Monitored traffic during bus stops to provide safe boarding by students.
Drove gasoline, diesel or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Matrix Home Care
Tampa, FL
02.2012 - 11.2015
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
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