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Melissa Braswell

Melissa Braswell

Sycamore,IL

Summary

Proven School Bus Driver from Kaneland Community School District #302, adept in passenger safety management and effective communication. Demonstrated excellence in ensuring timely and secure transportation, maintaining strict adherence to DOT regulations, and fostering positive relationships with students and parents. Achieved a notable record of punctuality and safety, with a focus on continuous improvement in student transport services.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Kaneland Community School District #302
04.2007 - Current
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Maintained State driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
  • Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
  • Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage, and hours.
  • Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
  • Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
  • Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
  • Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
  • Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
  • Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
  • Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.
  • Taught students first-aid and emergency protocols in case of emergency.
  • Attended pre-trip meetings to support safe transport of students.
  • Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
  • Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
  • Executed proper and timely loading and unloading of passengers.
  • Worked closely with school administration and transportation to maintain smooth operations.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date route and time logs.
  • Administered first aid to passengers in need.

Education

Dundee Crown High School
Carpentersville, IL
06.1988

Skills

  • Passenger Assistance
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Passenger safety management
  • Route coordination
  • Equipment Operation
  • Pre-Trip Inspections
  • Effective communication skills
  • Behavior Management
  • Special Needs Assistance
  • Incident Reporting
  • Route logs
  • Commercial driving
  • DOT Regulations
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Safe Driver Training
  • Background Checks
  • Punctuality
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Defensive Driving
  • Safety-focused
  • Understands local routes
  • Transporting Students
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Student Supervision

Timeline

School Bus Driver

Kaneland Community School District #302
04.2007 - Current

Dundee Crown High School

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