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Michael Tefera

Parkville,MD

Summary

Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning more field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Careful School Bus Driver attentive to road rules, school schedules, and students' needs. Maintains daily schedules with good driving abilities and understanding of local traffic flows. Protects students by operating bus safely and controlling student behavior. Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 7 years in school bus transportation work and high regard for student safety. Transported large school district's students on daily routes and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver and Trainer

Zum Services
Jessup, MD
09.2023 - 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.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
  • Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
  • 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 in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
  • Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
  • Inspected emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
  • Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
  • Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved.
  • Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.
  • Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
  • Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
  • Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.

School Bus Driver

First Student Transportation
Severn, MD
09.2017 - 09.2023
  • 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.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
  • Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.

Education

Associate In Electronics Engineering Technology - Electronic Engineering

Baltimore City Community College
Baltimore, MD
06.2010

Skills

Comercial Bus driver

Traine new driver

Timeline

School Bus Driver and Trainer

Zum Services
09.2023 - Current

School Bus Driver

First Student Transportation
09.2017 - 09.2023

Associate In Electronics Engineering Technology - Electronic Engineering

Baltimore City Community College
Michael Tefera