Kathy Masters
Dallas
Summary
Experienced Special Needs Bus Driver known for ensuring compliance with safety regulations and effectively managing transportation logistics. Strong background in vehicle inspection and customer service, ready to contribute to a safe and efficient transportation environment.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
Dallas
08.2015 - Current
- Interacted positively with students throughout trips to maintain order and ensure their safety at all times.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed while operating the bus.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections including checking tires, brakes, lights, prior to beginning each route.
- Assisted passengers in wheelchairs by using appropriate lifting techniques when required.
- Provided assistance to disabled passengers as needed during route stops and transfers.
- Demonstrated knowledge of local roads, traffic laws, regulations governing school buses and student management practices.
Childcare owner
Unique learning family day home
Dallas
01.1990 - 01.2020
- Managed daily operations of childcare program and staff scheduling.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities for children.
- Communicated with parents about child development and program updates regularly.
- Enforced rules to promote positive behavior among children under care.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Supervised children during playtime and structured activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
School Bus Driver
Dallas County School District
Dallas
08.1999 - 08.2015
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plano High School
Plano, TX06-1986
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Route planning
- Wheelchair assistance
- Traffic regulations
- Customer service
- Staff management
- Child development
- Record keeping
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Time management
Timeline
Special Needs Bus Driver
First Student Transportation
08.2015 - Current
School Bus Driver
Dallas County School District
08.1999 - 08.2015
Childcare owner
Unique learning family day home
01.1990 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Plano High School
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