Minnie Douglas
Hawthorne,FL
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Responsible School Bus Driver operates school bus and other vehicles to transport students to and from designated locations. Conducts safe and orderly loading and unloading of students at specified stops. Communicates bus rules, safety and behavior requirements and addresses improper behavior using appropriate interpersonal skills.
Reliable School Bus Driver operates and safely drives school buses in all weather, road and traffic conditions. Transport passengers to school or special events while complying with traffic rules, regulations and laws. Possesses valid driver's license with appropriate designation required to operate district vehicles.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Putnam County School District
Palatka , FL
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations. Yes
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.yes
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the bus according to established procedures. Yes
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of passengers as needed.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Inspected student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Provided helpful directions and assistance to students during their ride.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by taking appropriate actions.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of attendance, mileage, and other data related to routes.
- Complied with district policies and procedures concerning student discipline.
- Promoted good public relations by responding courteously to inquiries from parents or members of the community.
- Demonstrated knowledge of first aid techniques in order to provide basic medical care if necessary.
- Kept up-to-date on changes in local roads, traffic patterns, construction projects., that may affect routes or schedules.
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Provided safe and reliable school bus transportation service on fixed routes.
- Learned and followed school transportation procedures.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
- Assisted passengers in evacuation of bus in case of emergency.
- Tallied student count, mileage and fuel usage reports, forwarding to immediate supervisor for documentation purposes.
- Performed routine bus maintenance and cleaning for ideal condition.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to supervisor.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
- Reported accidents and completed required reports.
- Inspected vehicle tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights and fluids to verify safe operation.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen germ spread.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
- Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Drove multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between neighborhoods, schools and school activities.
- Maintained order among passengers and explained safety rules and hazards.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
- Reported inappropriate and disruptive student behaviors to school administration.
- Operated bus safety lighting to increase safety during bus stop boarding and departing.
- Monitored traffic during bus stops to provide safe boarding by students.
- Acquired and maintained certification in basic first aid and CPR.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Read maps and followed written or verbal driving directions.
- Prepared reports that stated total number of students, hours worked or mileage.
- Drove gasoline, diesel or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students.
- Reported accidents, hazards or transportation delays using mobile two-way radios.
- Regulated environmental controls for student comfort.
- Safely and patiently escorted small children across roads.
- Made small repairs to vehicles for safe operations when necessary.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Development
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FLSkills
- Vehicle inspections
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Passenger Assistance
- Emergency Procedures
- Student Supervision
- Transporting Students
- DOT Regulations
- Safety-focused
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Putnam County School District
03.2019 - 08.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Development
Santa Fe College