JANEEN Lopane
Poughquag,NY
Summary
Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 19 plus years in school bus transportation work with high regard for student safety. Transported school district's students on daily routes, athletic and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning the transportation field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to departmental success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
North Salem Central School District
10.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Trip driver, late activity driver, spare driver
Camp Bus Driver
Camp Hillcroft
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Received excellent customer reviews for friendly, punctual transport services.
- Developed strong rapport with regular passengers by providing friendly service, remembering names, engaging in conversations when appropriate.
School Bus Driver
Brewster Central School District
05.2008 - 10.2021
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Trip driver, late activity driver, mid day driver, official route jumper for the department
Transit Bus Operator
National Express
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing rider concerns with patience and professionalism.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Drove Western Connecticut students on an approved route to various locations in the city of Danbury and between both campuses
School Bus Driver
Brewster Central School District
01.2002 - 06.2004
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
- Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.
- Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY05.2006
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Positive Attitude
- Behavior Management
- Problem Solving
- Route Planning and Navigation
- Customer-Oriented
- Safe Driving Practices
- Clean Driving Record
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Camp Bus Driver
Camp Hillcroft
07.2022 - 08.2022
School Bus Driver
North Salem Central School District
10.2021 - Current
Transit Bus Operator
National Express
10.2018 - 03.2020
School Bus Driver
Brewster Central School District
05.2008 - 10.2021
School Bus Driver
Brewster Central School District
01.2002 - 06.2004
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Dutchess Community College
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