Lamar Russell
Childersburg,AL
Summary
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Talladega County Board of Education
08.2022 - Current
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
- Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Contributed to district-wide fuel efficiency initiatives by practicing mindful driving techniques and minimizing idle time.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Maintained Alabama driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus, documenting any issues and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Built trust and rapport with students, encouraging respectful and kind interactions among passengers.
- Engaged positively with students and fostered a supportive and respectful atmosphere on the bus.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Executed proper and timely loading and unloading of passengers.
- Worked closely with school administration and transportation to maintain smooth operations.
Minister
Childersburg Church of Christ
07.2014 - Current
- Cultivated culture of open communication and feedback among church staff and congregation.
- Bolstered church's online presence, expanding its reach with digital sermons and social media engagement.
- Enhanced congregation's spiritual growth by delivering thought-provoking sermons weekly.
- Led small group Bible studies to promote deeper understanding of scriptural texts and foster spiritual growth among attendees.
- Initiated youth programs to engage younger members, boosting participation by creating relevant and interactive activities.
- Organized and coordinated special events such as guest speaker series or holiday celebrations to foster unity among congregation members.
- Guided individuals through personal challenges with compassionate pastoral counseling.
- Enhanced congregation engagement by delivering thought-provoking sermons and incorporating multimedia presentations.
- Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
- Planned and conducted worship services, wrote sermons, and worked with key church leaders to carry out church mission.
- Authored sermons, speeches and other religious materials.
- Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, baptisms, and nursing home services.
GED Instructor
Mitchell Community College
08.2012 - Current
- Teach GED classes in Math, Social Studies, and Science
Minister
Abilene church of Christ
11.2010 - Current
- Preach at both services on Sunday
- Teach adult Bible class on Sunday and Wednesday
- Organize Bible classes
- Organize youth program
- Publish bulletin
- Produce weekly 15 minute radio program
- Visit
Minister
St. Mary's church of Christ
05.2005 - 08.2010
- Preached at both services on Sunday
- Taught adult, senior high and junior high Bible classes on Sunday and Wednesday
- Helped plan and organize Bible classes
- Worked with youth program
- Helped with services and activities at assisted living facility and in jail ministry
- Weekly blog and bulletin article
- Visit
- Wrote bi-monthly article for House to House Heart to Heart
- Served on Board of Directors and weekly camp director at Georgia Bible Camp
Minister
Pleasant Grove church of Christ
08.1997 - 05.2005
- Preached at both services on Sunday
- Taught various age Bible classes on Sunday and Wednesday
- Organize Bible classes
- Organized youth program
- Published weekly bulletin and mailed out bi-weekly
- Visit
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bible
Freed-Hardeman University
Henderson, TN05.1991
Skills
- Computer skills
- Word processing
- Punctuality
- GPS and route planning
- Safety-focused
- Route logs
- Clean DMV record
- Bus route planning
- Bus evacuation drills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Student Supervision
- Effective communication skills
- Preaching
- Spiritual instruction
- Biblical Knowledge
- Congregational care
- Youth ministry
- Spiritual leadership
- Preparing weekly sermons
Custom
- Leon Cash, 605 Swann Rd, Statesville, NC, 28625, 704-657-1594, leonc50@bellsouth.net
- Billy Smith, 158 E Main St., Henderson, TN, 38340, 731-989-6623, bsmith@fhu.edu
- Gary Irwin, 225 Booth Loop, Henderson, TN, 38340, 731-608-2783
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Talladega County Board of Education
08.2022 - Current
Minister
Childersburg Church of Christ
07.2014 - Current
GED Instructor
Mitchell Community College
08.2012 - Current
Minister
Abilene church of Christ
11.2010 - Current
Minister
St. Mary's church of Christ
05.2005 - 08.2010
Minister
Pleasant Grove church of Christ
08.1997 - 05.2005
Bachelor of Science - Bible
Freed-Hardeman University
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