Lori Gafford
San Bernardino,CA
Summary
School Bus Monitor bringing 17 years of experience dedicated to maintaining discipline, and keeping students safe. I am looking for a dynamic role with the chance to make a lasting impact on students. Experienced bus monitor adept at responding to emergencies, modeling positive behaviors, and building strong relationships with students and families. Complies with and enforces all safety rules and assists students.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Monitor
First Student, Inc.
San Bernardino
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Accompanied driver and children on bus route to keep students safe and protected
- Worked to be a good role model to students by demonstrating positive behaviors, maintaining appropriate dress, and showing a solid work ethic
- Implemented process to make sure students exited at the correct stop and to proper guardians.
School Bus Monitor
Durham Schools Services
San Bernardino
06.2010 - 07.2023
- Verified that all passengers have exited the bus before leaving the drop-off location
- Protected students from physical and verbal bullying
- Adhered to school district policies and procedures for transportation of children.
School Bus Monitor
Laidlaw Transit
San Bernardino
03.2008 - 06.2010
- Participated in training sessions related to safety protocols for school buses
- Developed and strengthened good relationships with staff, students, and families
- Spoke directly with each student to understand pressing needs, concerns, or fears.
Education
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
California State University, San Bernardino
05.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, San Bernardino
05.2023
Associate of Arts - Transfer in Sociology
California State University, San Bernardino
12.2018
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social & Behavioral Sciences
California State University, San Bernardino
05.2018
Associate of Arts - Administrative of Justice
California State University, San Bernardino
05.2017
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Interpersonal Communication
- Active Listening
Community Service
- Concerned Citizens Community Involvement (CCCI), Aims to promote health, education, and well-being in South Los Angeles and neighboring communities every Saturday.
- Shared Harvest Foundation/myCovidMD, Volunteering spreading compassion through wellness, services, and relief.
Timeline
School Bus Monitor
First Student, Inc.
06.2023 - 05.2024
School Bus Monitor
Durham Schools Services
06.2010 - 07.2023
School Bus Monitor
Laidlaw Transit
03.2008 - 06.2010
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
California State University, San Bernardino
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
California State University, San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Transfer in Sociology
California State University, San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts: Social & Behavioral Sciences
California State University, San Bernardino
Associate of Arts - Administrative of Justice
California State University, San Bernardino
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