Jendelle Beckwith
Wallingford,CT
Summary
Proven leader in fostering inclusive environments, notably at M&J Bus Inc, where I enhanced parent satisfaction and student safety. Skilled in disability awareness and collaborative leadership, I excel in creating positive outcomes through effective communication and strategic planning. Achieved significant improvements in on-time arrival rates, demonstrating a commitment to efficiency and excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Coordinator
M&J Bus Inc
11.2018 - Current
- Promoted positive relationships with drivers and students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that respected each child''s unique needs.
- Increased parent satisfaction through regular communication about their child''s transportation experience and responsiveness to feedback or concerns raised.
- Collaborated with school staff in developing individualized transportation plans for special needs students, ensuring their safety and comfort during transit.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices within the bus to ensure safe transport for all passengers.
- Supported special needs students by effectively communicating with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding individual requirements.
- Safeguarded student welfare by training drivers to promptly addressing medical emergencies or other concerns according to established protocols.
- Establishes improvements on-time arrival rates by diligently planning efficient routes and managing unforeseen circumstances.
School Bus Driver
First Student Bus Transportation
10.2005 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
Office Assistant
Gorins' Furniture
04.2001 - 12.2004
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
Sales Associate
Belden Jewelers
10.1999 - 04.2001
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwich Free Academy
Norwich, CT06.1999
Skills
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Interpersonal abilities
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Disability Awareness
- Behavior Management Strategies
Timeline
Special Needs Coordinator
M&J Bus Inc
11.2018 - Current
School Bus Driver
First Student Bus Transportation
10.2005 - 11.2018
Office Assistant
Gorins' Furniture
04.2001 - 12.2004
Sales Associate
Belden Jewelers
10.1999 - 04.2001
High School Diploma -
Norwich Free Academy
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