Juliet Russell
Utica,NY
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused professional with a strong background as a School Bus Driver at Holland Patent Central School District. Proven ability in route planning and effective communication, ensuring timely and secure student transport. Recognized for fostering positive relationships with students and parents while maintaining impeccable vehicle safety standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Holland Patent Central School District
09.2017 - Current
- Safely transported students to and from school while adhering to traffic regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with district policies.
- Maintained accurate student attendance records during daily routes.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding transportation schedules and concerns.
- Monitored student behavior during transit, ensuring a positive and safe environment.
- Implemented efficient route planning to optimize travel times and improve punctuality.
- 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.
- 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.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
- Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved.
- Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.
- Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
- 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.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Fostered a strong sense of community among bus riders, promoting respect for fellow passengers and valuing the importance of punctuality.
- Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Streamlined boarding procedures, implementing an organized system that ensured timely departures from each stop along the route.
- Contributed to district-wide fuel efficiency initiatives by practicing mindful driving techniques and minimizing idle time.
- Contributed to development of new emergency evacuation procedure, enhancing overall passenger safety.
- Built trust and rapport with students, encouraging respectful and kind interactions among passengers.
- Increased awareness of safety protocols among students with engaging and informative presentations at beginning of school year.
- Assisted children with special needs in boarding and alighting bus, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Reduced anxiety for parents with clear communication about schedules, delays, and safety measures in place.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus, documenting any issues and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Strengthened community relations by participating in school events and activities, representing transportation team positively.
- Utilized feedback from students and parents to make continuous improvements to transportation service.
- Streamlined communication with parents regarding transportation schedules and changes, improving overall satisfaction.
- Ensured safety of all passengers by meticulously following traffic laws and school policies.
- Enhanced cleanliness and maintenance of bus, contributing to more pleasant journey for students.
- Fostered positive and respectful environment on bus, setting clear behavior expectations for students.
- Maintained record of impeccable punctuality, ensuring that students arrived at school and home on time.
- Encouraged culture of respect and cooperation among students, leading to more harmonious travel experience.
- Responded to emergencies with calm and decisive actions, safeguarding well-being of all passengers.
- Improved route efficiency by regularly reviewing and adjusting paths based on traffic patterns and school changes.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Attended pre-trip meetings to support safe transport of students.
- Administered first aid to passengers in need.
- Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
Food Service Worker
Holland Patent Central School District
09.2017 - Current
- Prepared and served nutritious meals following established food safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to supervisors.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver efficient food service during meal periods.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals in compliance with dietary guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels of food supplies.
- Adhered to safety protocols during food preparation and service operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient meal service delivery.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality to ensure adherence to health standards.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing student inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly adapting to various roles within the food service environment as needed.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Delivered exceptional service by promptly addressing customer concerns and special requests.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Operated dishwashing and sanitizing equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
- Set up and broke down food service lines quickly to maintain service flow.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized dining area.
- Handled cash transactions and point-of-sale operations to assist dining room staff during busy service periods.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Achieved consistent compliance with health department regulations through diligent adherence to policies and procedures.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering supplies, and minimizing food spoilage.
- Participated in regular trainings to stay current on industry best practices and trends.
- Developed rapport with customers, fostering loyalty, repeat business, and positive word-of-mouth referrals.
- Boosted customer satisfaction, promptly addressing and resolving complaints.
- Improved dining experience by maintaining clean and organized eating area.
- Maintained accurate records of food temperatures to ensure safety standards were met.
- Prepared variety of menu items following specific recipes to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Fostered positive dining atmosphere by offering exceptional customer service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to plan and execute special events without hitches.
- Optimized food presentation to enhance customer dining experience.
- Streamlined checkout process, reducing wait times for customers.
- Reduced food preparation times by organizing workstations effectively.
- Trained new staff on proper food handling and customer service techniques for better onboarding.
- Managed inventory levels to prevent shortages and reduce waste.
- Enhanced team efficiency with streamlined food preparation processes.
- Conducted daily equipment checks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, contributing to cost savings.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations by conducting regular kitchen inspections.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen, dining and service areas.
- Followed safety and sanitation policies while handling food and beverages to uphold proper health standards.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support staff and meet customer needs and demands.
- Greeted customers and answered inquiries regarding menu items and specials.
- Processed customer payments and balanced cash drawers.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
- Demonstrated knowledge of menu items and corresponding ingredients.
- Portioned and wrapped food to place directly on plates for service to patrons.
- Utilized POS system to receive and process food and beverage orders.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Leveraged hand-held trays and buffet carts to serve food and beverage items to guests.
Education
GED -
NYSDOE
New Hartford, NYSkills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Incident reporting
- Behavior management
- Commercial driving
- Special needs assistance
- Emergency procedures
- Safety equipment usage
- Passenger management
- Punctuality
- Route planning
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT regulations
- Weather condition driving
- Transporting students
- Pre-trip inspections
- License endorsements
- Route navigation
- Route logs
- Customer-oriented
- Bus evacuation drills
- Adaptable routes
- Post-trip inspections
- Student supervision
- Safe driver training
- Passenger safety management
- Passenger assistance
- Route coordination
- Traffic laws adherence
- Equipment operation
- Child safety awareness
- Vehicle systems maintenance
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Background checks
- GPS and route planning
- Fuel efficiency
- Equipment monitoring
- Student chaperoning
- Verbal and written communication
- Data confidentiality
- Local traffic laws
- Map reading expert
- Bus route planning
- Confidentiality
- Event transportation
- Great attitude
- Activity logging
- Clean DMV record
- Strong safety history
- School district compliance
- Lifting up to 50 lbs
- Air brake certification
- Commercial drivers license CDL
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
- Clean driving record
- First aid certification
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Valid Driver's license
- Attention to detail
- Dispatcher communication
- Special needs passengers
- Accident reports
- Federal and state driving regulations
- Passenger safety
- Student interaction
- Defensive driving practices
- Traffic laws and regulations
- Emergency exit door operation
- Student behavior management
- Licensing requirements
- Local traffic patterns
- Two-way radio operation
- School bus policies
- Flexible schedule
- Clean MVR
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Holland Patent Central School District
09.2017 - Current
Food Service Worker
Holland Patent Central School District
09.2017 - Current
GED -
NYSDOE