Keren Portillo
Silver Spring,MD
Summary
Spanish speaker who can adjust to a variety of situations when inflicted upon.
Ensure safety to those around me.
Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
School transportation professional with proven track record of safe and punctual student transport. Known for strong teamwork and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations under varying circumstances. Recognized for excellent route management and exceptional communication skills, fostering safe and welcoming environment for students.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Operator
Montgomery County Public Schools
1800 Randolph Rd.
09.2023 - Current
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected detours or delays due to road conditions or traffic incidents.
- Maintained a clean and organized bus environment for the comfort and well-being of students.
- Supported student growth by providing advice on appropriate behavior during transit times outside of the classroom setting.
- Streamlined coordination efforts between transportation department staff members for improved route management.
- Assisted special needs students with boarding, ensuring accessibility and accommodation.
- Improved route efficiency with careful planning, minimizing travel time and fuel consumption.
- Contributed to school community by participating in events such as field trips, sports games, and other extracurricular activities.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus to ensure safety and proper functioning at all times.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changes in routes or schedules as needed based on daily circumstances or school requirements.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with children of diverse ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
- Provided timely pickup and drop-off service to maintain punctual schedules for both students and staff members.
- Developed positive relationships with parents, addressing any concerns or questions about transportation services.
- Collaborated closely with school administrators regarding policy updates related to transportation procedures for optimal compliance.
- Responded calmly and professionally in emergency situations, prioritizing student welfare and coordinating with first responders as needed.
- Ensured student safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and adhering to traffic laws.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness through regular participation in drills and training sessions.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
Nanny
Self-employeed
Bethesda, MD
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Follow the parent's schedule to maintain sleeping and eating schedule.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
Babysitter
Self-employeed
Silver Spring, MD
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wheaton High School
Silver Spring, MD05.2021
Skills
- Child Development Expertise
- Bilingual
- Fluent Spanish
- Licensed driver
- Faster learner
- Attentive
- Maintained safe environment
- Problem solving
- Punctuality
- Passenger management
- Defensive driving
- Organization
- Behavior management
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Effective communication skills
- Verbal and written communication
- DOT regulations
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Bus Operator
Montgomery County Public Schools
09.2023 - Current
Nanny
Self-employeed
10.2022 - 07.2023
Babysitter
Self-employeed
01.2018 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Wheaton High School