Marcie Horton
Sanford,FL
Summary
Dedicated School Bus Operator with expertise in ensuring timely and safe transportation for students by adhering to planned routes and enforcing safety protocols. Enhanced operational efficiency through effective communication with dispatch and proactive reporting of mechanical issues, minimizing downtime. Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and adaptability in maintaining discipline and supervision, fostering a secure and positive environment for student transportation.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
ESE School Bus Driver
Okeechobee County School Board
Okeechobee, FL
03.2023 - 10.2026
- Followed a planned bus route, ensuring timely pick-up and drop-off of passengers at scheduled stops to maintain reliable transportation for students.
- Communicated with the dispatcher via two-way radio, providing real-time updates and reporting emergencies, traffic patterns, or accidents to enhance route safety.
- Assisted passengers on and off the bus, promoting accessibility and ensuring safety of special needs students.
- Visually inspected the bus before beginning the day's assigned route, identifying and addressing safety concerns to ensure vehicle readiness.
- Reported any mechanical issues with the bus, such as brakes or steering, to maintenance staff, minimizing downtime and ensuring student safety.
- Enforced rules and monitored behavior during each route to uphold student safety.
- Executed daily transportation responsibilities to facilitate reliable and efficient service.
ESE School Bus Monitor
Okeechobee County School Board
Okeechobee, Florida
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Assisted the driver in proper loading and unloading of passengers, supporting safe and efficient boarding for special needs students.
- Maintained student discipline and supervised students in transit, promoting a safe and orderly environment on the bus.
- Demonstrated proper use of securing devices for safety restraints, wheelchairs, and seat belts, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Applied knowledge of bus evacuation procedures and demonstrated physical capability to evacuate students in emergencies, ensuring preparedness.
- Occupied a seat that provided the best opportunity for student supervision while the bus was in motion, enhancing student safety.
- Reported concerns regarding students to the driver and appropriate building staff, facilitating timely communication and issue resolution.
- Learned the bus route and provided route information, including driver directions, to assist substitutes or newly assigned bus drivers.
Education
Okeechobee High School
Okeechobee, FloridaSkills
- School bus operation
- Pre trip inspection
- Wheelchair safety
- Passenger safety
- Emergency evacuation
- Defensive driving
- Two way radio
- Route navigation
- Traffic law compliance
- Local traffic laws
- Weather condition driving
- Incident reporting
- Emergency procedures
- Student supervision
- Transporting students
- Special needs assistance
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Route logs
- Activity logging
- Safety mindset
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and reliable
- Clean DMV record
- Child safety awareness
- Clear communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Situational awareness
- Conflict resolution
- Great attitude
- Passenger assistance
- Wheelchair lift operation
Certification
- CPR Instructor
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ESE School Bus Driver
Okeechobee County School Board
03.2023 - 10.2026
ESE School Bus Monitor
Okeechobee County School Board
09.2021 - 03.2023
Okeechobee High School