Rachel Smith
Brigham City,UT
Summary
Dependable School Bus Driver Trainer with a focus on safety protocols and emergency procedures. Committed to enhancing driver performance and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Professional trainer with focus on developing and implementing effective training programs for school bus drivers. Known for strong emphasis on safety compliance and improving driver performance. Collaborative team player with commitment to achieving results and adapting to changing requirements. Highly skilled in communication and problem-solving, valued for reliability and flexibility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Bear River Head Start
Logan, UT
08.2015 - 09.2022
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate curriculum and activities.
- Supported classroom management by fostering positive student interactions and behavior.
- Collaborated with educators to adapt lesson plans for diverse learning needs.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance instructional delivery.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents during conferences.
- Developed creative learning activities that engaged students in hands-on experiences.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment conducive to early childhood development.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to develop engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Aided in the planning and execution of field trips, reinforcing real-world connections to curriculum topics.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Assisted and supervised 18-20 children through entire school day.
School Bus Driver
Box Elder School District
Brigham City, UT
08.2021 - Current
- Operated school bus safely, ensuring timely transportation of students to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Monitored student behavior during transit, promoting a safe and respectful environment.
- 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.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
School Bus Driver Trainer
Box Elder School District
Brigham City, UT
10.2023 - Current
- Trained new bus drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Developed training materials to enhance driver performance and compliance.
- Increased driver retention with thorough orientation programs for new hires, emphasizing company culture and expectations.
- Enhanced communication among the driver team with regular updates on company news, policy changes, and upcoming events.
- Facilitated collaboration among trainers by organizing team meetings to discuss best practices and share experiences in the field.
- Encouraged a supportive learning environment with open lines of communication between trainers and trainees, fostering trust and mutual respect.
- Built strong relationships with trainees, providing ongoing mentorship and guidance that extended beyond initial training.
- Championed ongoing education among veteran drivers through continuing education courses addressing industry trends and new technologies.
- Taught drivers how to operate the school bus and how to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
- Instructed safety meetings and New Driver classes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Box Elder High School
Brigham City, UT06-2010
Skills
- Passenger management
- Bus evacuation drills
- Wheelchair securement
- Defensive driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Driver training
- Classroom instruction
- Safe driving practices
- Behavior management
- Emergency procedures
- Passenger safety management
Timeline
School Bus Driver Trainer
Box Elder School District
10.2023 - Current
School Bus Driver
Box Elder School District
08.2021 - Current
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Bear River Head Start
08.2015 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Box Elder High School
Most Inspirational Player
Was awarded this at my end of season High School Basketball Season Banquet.