James Powell
Bus Driver, Driver Trainer
Shelbyville,KY
Summary
Well-qualified training professional adept at development of training programs, leading classes, writing materials, and using appropriate teaching practices to differentiate instruction with trainees to maximize effectiveness of courses. Authoritative and clear communicator with charismatic style and insightful approach. Pursuing new professional and learning opportunities with room for advancement. Excellent verbal and written communication skills paired with an organized and hardworking nature.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
6
6
years of post-secondary education
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver, Driver Trainer
Shelby County Public Schools
Shelbyville, KY
08.2012 - Current
- Responsible for safe transportation of students.
- Kentucky Department of Education Certified Driver Training Instructor.
- Train new drivers and monitors consistent with Kentucky Laws and Regulations as well as Kentucky Department of Education standards.
- Coordinated training programs and curriculum for over 100 drivers on school bus transportation.
- Developed and implemented training materials and course updates.
- Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to supervisor.
- Keep up-to-date training records for over 100 transportation employees.
- Contributed to Training Department receiving “Most Improved Training Department Award”.
- Conducted new hire training on multiple routes with preferred work methods and safety.
- Initiated and worked to redevelop district-wide bus Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports program.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Coordinated regulatory paperwork.
- Scheduled safety meetings and briefings with transportation supervisor.
- Evaluated performance of assigned personnel and provided corrective actions of trainees during simulated training.
- Contributed to incident reviews and investigated field occurrences to report to supervisor.
- Collaborated with supervisor of transportation to discuss department needs and goals.
- Instructed on important school bus regulations and company policies.
General Manager
Tumbleweed Southwest Grill
Lexington, KY
11.2002 - 10.2012
- Responsible for supervising employees, setting store goals, and making decisions for all aspects of restaurant.
- Was responsible for hiring and terminating employees.
- Oversaw ordering of product and training of all employees.
- Managed over $2.5 million of revenue per year.
- Maintained lowest labor in company for several years.
- Maintained lowest turnover rate in company during all years as General Manager, as well as never recording below 100% on Health Department Scores.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of The Cumberlands
Williamsburg, KY 05.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Shelby County High School
Shelbyville, KY 08.1999 - 06.2003
Skills
Training Program Development
Online Training Experience
Classroom Expertise
Training Programs
Design And Development
Evaluation
Training Best Practices
Needs Analysis
Training Materials
Affiliations
- Member of Student Transportation Association of Kentucky.
- Ordained Elder, Task Force Member, Outreach Committee Member of First Christian Church of Shelbyville.
- Volunteer for Habitat for Humanity of Shelby County.
Accomplishments
- Contributed to transportation department being awarded the "Most Improved Training Department" award in 2019.
- Collaborated with team of district personnel in the development of a school bus Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports program.
- Contributed to the development of the school district's Strategic Leadership Plan.
- Supervised team of approximately 100 staff members.
Certification
Certified Kentucky School Bus Driver Trainer- Kentucky Department of Education
Timeline
Certificate in Developmental Delays- Kentucky Educational Development Corporation
12-2020
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of The Cumberlands
05.2019 - Current
Certificate in Positive Behaviors in Schools: Districtwide Implementation
04-2019
Certificate in Positive Behaviors in Schools: Schoolwide Behavior Systems
01-2019
Certified Kentucky School Bus Driver Trainer- Kentucky Department of Education
07-2018
Bus Driver, Driver Trainer
Shelby County Public Schools
08.2012 - Current
General Manager
Tumbleweed Southwest Grill
11.2002 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Shelby County High School
08.1999 - 06.2003