Maria Amparo Castillo Contreras
San Antonio
Summary
Experienced and safety-conscious bus driver with 16 years of experience in passenger transport, seeking to transition into a broader role in general transportation. Skilled in vehicle operation, route planning, and customer service, with a strong commitment to safety and efficiency. Looking to apply my expertise in driving and logistics to contribute to a dynamic transportation team.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
North East Independent School District
01.2024 - Current
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
School Bus Driver
Katy Independent School District
06.2008 - 12.2023
Engineering Assistant
Computer Drafting and Engineering Group
05.2004 - 10.2006
- Assisted with my husband's Civil Engineering C.A.D. in-source business duties that included light residential layout, engineering changes and redlines, using AutoCAD 2004, also helped with office secretarial responsibilities.
- Effectively prioritized workload to meet deadlines consistently, contributing to the successful completion of numerous engineering projects.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism in all interactions with clients and colleagues, fostering positive working relationships.
Graphic/Print Production Associate
Hightech Signs
08.1996 - 05.2004
- Streamlined prepress tasks like imposition layout creation or file formatting adjustments to optimize job set-up times before printing commenced.
- Contributed to team projects as an effective collaborator by sharing ideas and providing constructive feedback on proposed designs or process improvements.
- Coordinated with vendors for equipment maintenance, repair services, and supply orders to keep operations running smoothly.
- Managed print projects from concept to completion, ensuring timely delivery and client satisfaction.
Teacher's Assistant
Teacher's Montessori Pre-School
03.1994 - 09.1994
- Assisted teachers with the children 2 through 5 years of age, scheduled and directed activities including crafts, reading, and writing classes, also taught children between the ages of 4 and 5 basic Spanish and speaking skills.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Education
Graphic Design
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT01-1995
Catholic University of Guayaquil
Guayaquil, Ecuador05-1987
Associates - Bilingual Executive Secretary
American Junior College
Quito, Ecuador05-1984
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Behavior management
- Incident reporting
- Special needs assistance
- Passenger management
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspections
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
School Bus Driver
North East Independent School District
01.2024 - Current
School Bus Driver
Katy Independent School District
06.2008 - 12.2023
Engineering Assistant
Computer Drafting and Engineering Group
05.2004 - 10.2006
Graphic/Print Production Associate
Hightech Signs
08.1996 - 05.2004
Teacher's Assistant
Teacher's Montessori Pre-School
03.1994 - 09.1994
Graphic Design
Salt Lake Community College
Catholic University of Guayaquil
Associates - Bilingual Executive Secretary
American Junior College
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