Nicole Nelson
Eaton School District
Fort Collins,CO
17
years of professional experience
Dependable school bus driver and host home provider with 10+ years of experience in safe driving, special needs assistance, and behavior management. Known for calm communication, strong safety practices, and consistent support for students and individuals served.
Work History
School Bus Driver
10 Years 7 Months- Operated school bus safely across assigned routes, ensuring timely student pickup and drop-off.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and report maintenance issues.
- Enforced student conduct expectations, maintaining calm, orderly rides and minimizing distractions.
- Communicated route delays, attendance concerns, and safety issues with transportation staff and school officials.
Host Home Provider
9 Years 8 Months- Coordinated personal care, meal preparation, and household routines aligned with support plans.
- Supervised daily living support, maintaining safe, stable home environment for individuals served.
- Facilitated community access, appointments, and transportation to support independence and engagement.
- Monitored medication schedules and documented changes accurately for care team review.
Host Home Provider
3 Years 4 Months- Communicated with case managers, guardians, and providers to address evolving needs promptly.
- Trained household practices, emergency readiness, and person-centered support expectations for consistency.
- Maintained required records, incident reports, and service documentation with strong attention to detail.
- Adapted daily supports to promote dignity, choice, and reliable long-term placement success.
Advocate
2 Years 10 Months- Represented organization in hearings, negotiations, and administrative proceedings with careful case preparation.
- Drafted motions, correspondence, and legal documents supporting advocacy and organizational goals.
- Advised staff on disability-rights issues, risk exposure, and legally compliant service decisions.
- Interpreted complex regulations to guide program decisions and protect client interests.
Art Program Facilitator
2 Years 4 Months- Facilitated accessible program sessions aligned with participant goals and individualized support plans.
- Coordinated daily activities, schedules, and materials to ensure smooth program delivery.
- Documented participant progress and maintained accurate records for staff review.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address needs and adjust programming.
- Adapted instruction and communication methods for diverse learning styles and abilities.
- Monitored group dynamics and resolved issues to maintain safe, inclusive environments.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
Associate of Science - Education
Skills
Dependability
Safe driving practices
Safety-focused
Defensive driving techniques
Student safety management
Student transportation
Inclusive transportation
Student conduct enforcement
Timeline
Host Home Provider
Bridging Family
01.2017 - 09.2026Read More
School Bus Driver
Eaton School District
03.2016 - CurrentRead More
Host Home Provider
Envision
09.2013 - 01.2017Read More
Advocate
ARC of Weld County
02.2012 - 12.2014Read More
Art Program Facilitator
Envision
10.2009 - 02.2012Read More
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Arts from Social Sciences
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Aims Community College
Associate of Science from Education
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