Luvonia Brown
Chicago,IL
Summary
A position within a quality organization which allows utilization and development of new skills while enhancing the opportunity for careers advancement.
Special Needs Bus Aide providing strong work history assisting students with various disabilities to offer safe and comfortable transportation. Talented at escorting students to bus seat, securing in place and monitoring during bus ride. Friendly when interacting with students, caregivers, and bus drivers.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Special Needs Bus Aide
Chicago Public School
Chicago, Illinois
10.2013 - Current
- Assisted students with disabilities during bus rides to ensure safety.
- Monitored student behavior to promote a positive and respectful environment.
- Communicated effectively with drivers to coordinate safe transportation procedures.
- Implemented emergency procedures to safeguard students during transit incidents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bus environment for student comfort.
Homemaker/Childcare
Homemaker/Childcare
Chicago, USA
01.2008 - Current
- Taking care of family responsibilities
- Provided a home environment for children and taught them basic skills such as dressing and toilet training.
- Prepared nourishing meals and snacks.
- Read stories to children.
Teacher Aide / Childcare
It Takes a Village
Chicago, USA
04.2009 - 07.2009
- Presented programs that furthered their language and social skills.
- Assisted with small group classroom activities.
- Supervised lunchtime activities and maintained discipline in classroom and on the playground.
Cashier
Salvation Army
Chicago, USA
11.2006 - 02.2007
- Operated computerized cash registers.
- Balanced daily receipts and cash and prepared daily bank deposits.
- Balanced cash drawer at the end of the shift.
Teacher Assistant
Webster School
Chicago, USA
09.2001 - 06.2003
- Provided instructional and clerical support for assigned classroom teacher.
Hostess
Chili’s
Chicago, USA
02.2001 - 09.2001
- Greeted all guests in a friendly courteous manner.
- Assisted them to their seating area.
- Assisted in the coordination of parties and training new employees.
- Instructed dining room staff of tables that needed attention when necessary.
Waitress
Holley Court Terrace
Chicago, USA
08.1996 - 06.2000
- Took customer’s orders and served food & beverages.
- Prepared itemized checks and occasionally accepted payments.
- Escorted residents to their tables.
- Maintain a clean work area.
Education
George W Collins
Chicago, ILSkills
- Behavior management
- Student safety
- Emergency procedures
- Patience and tact
- Communication coordination
References
Available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
Teacher Assistant, Webster School, Chicago, IL, 09/01, 06/03, Provided instructional and clerical support for assigned classroom teacher.
Timeline
Special Needs Bus Aide
Chicago Public School
10.2013 - Current
Teacher Aide / Childcare
It Takes a Village
04.2009 - 07.2009
Homemaker/Childcare
Homemaker/Childcare
01.2008 - Current
Cashier
Salvation Army
11.2006 - 02.2007
Teacher Assistant
Webster School
09.2001 - 06.2003
Hostess
Chili’s
02.2001 - 09.2001
Waitress
Holley Court Terrace
08.1996 - 06.2000
George W Collins