Kathy Baker
Lancaster,KS
Summary
Proven safe driving practices and effective communication define my tenure as a School Bus Driver at USD 377 School District. Excelled in creating a positive, respectful environment for students, vehicle maintenance,focus on safety.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
USD 377 School Dristrict
01.2006 - Current
- 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.
Van Driver
Guidance Center
05.2017 - 04.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with last-minute route changes, successfully navigating unfamiliar areas while maintaining a professional and positive attitude.
- Utilized maps, GPS, landmarks and traffic conditions to expertly navigate to and from destinations efficiently.
- Promoted safe driving habits within the team by consistently following traffic laws and regulations.
- Conducted inspections on vehicles prior to use at beginning of shift each day.
- Transported elderly and disabled people to and from hospitals and long-term treatment facilities.
- Maintained vehicle by refueling, performing regular fluid level checks and cleaning interior and exterior of vehicle.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and safety, ensuring a comfortable travel experience for passengers.
- Managed reservations and pre-booking, scheduling passenger pickup and enabling on-time pickup.
- Navigated through various routes efficiently, utilizing GPS technology for optimal time management.
- Handled emergency situations professionally, taking appropriate actions to ensure passenger safety and wellbeing.
- Communicated with other shuttle drivers to negotiate and build schedules.
- Observed and followed traffic laws and regulations specifically reinforcing public and client safety.
Para Professional
Keystone Learning Services
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of data on student performance, contributing to ongoing progress monitoring efforts.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
Restaurant Owner
Lancaster Cafe'
04.1998 - 12.2007
- Managed payroll, daily deposits, and cost controls.
- Supervised daily restaurant operations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely resolution of any issues that arose.
- Set employee schedules, delegated work, and monitored food quality and service performance.
- Maintained positive relationships with local community
Education
High School Diploma -
Atchison Co. Community School District 377
Effingham, KS05-1977
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
Timeline
Van Driver
Guidance Center
05.2017 - 04.2023
Para Professional
Keystone Learning Services
01.2008 - 01.2014
School Bus Driver
USD 377 School Dristrict
01.2006 - Current
Restaurant Owner
Lancaster Cafe'
04.1998 - 12.2007
High School Diploma -
Atchison Co. Community School District 377
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