Rebecca Cruz
Boise,ID
Summary
Dedicated School Bus Driver with extensive experience at West Ada Schools, recognized for enhancing student safety and satisfaction through effective communication and strict adherence to safety protocols. Proven ability in route planning and passenger management, ensuring timely transportation while fostering a respectful environment for all students.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
West Ada Schools
Meridian, ID
10.2020 - Current
- Safely operated school bus, ensuring timely transportation for students.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding student needs.
- Enforced safety protocols, promoting a secure environment for passengers.
- Managed route schedules efficiently, adapting to changes as necessary.
- Monitored student behavior, addressing issues promptly to maintain order.
- Documented daily logs of vehicle maintenance and student attendance accurately.
- 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.
- 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.
- Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
- Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness for the school bus interior by performing regular cleaning tasks after each trip.
- 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.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
- Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
- Worked closely with school administration and transportation to maintain smooth operations.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Attended pre-trip meetings to support safe transport of students.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Ensured safety of all passengers by meticulously following traffic laws and school policies.
- Enhanced student punctuality by maintaining strict adherence to scheduled routes and times.
School Bus Driver
Mid Columbia Bus
Twin Falls, ID
07.2018 - 07.2020
- Fostered a strong sense of community among bus riders, promoting respect for fellow passengers and valuing the importance of punctuality.
- Maintained record of impeccable punctuality, ensuring that students arrived at school and home on time.
- Collaborated with school officials to update and optimize bus routes, meeting evolving needs of school community.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
School Bus Driver
Ontario School District
Ontario, OR
08.2015 - 08.2018
- Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences.
- Increased awareness of safety protocols among students with engaging and informative presentations at beginning of school year.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
School Bus Driver
SCUCISD/Texas
Converse, TX
06.2011 - 08.2015
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus, documenting any issues and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Engaged positively with students and fostered a supportive and respectful atmosphere on the bus.
- Assisted children with special needs in boarding and alighting bus, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Fostered positive and respectful environment on bus, setting clear behavior expectations for students.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date route and time logs.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Obeyed federal, State and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sandia High
Albuquerque, New Mexico1984
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Passenger management
- Emergency procedures
- Commercial driving
- Route planning
- Drug and alcohol testing
- DOT regulations
- Weather condition driving
- Transporting students
- Pre-trip inspections
- License endorsements
- Wheelchair lift operation
- Background checks
- Equipment monitoring
- Fuel efficiency
- Vehicle maintenance
Timeline
School Bus Driver
West Ada Schools
10.2020 - Current
School Bus Driver
Mid Columbia Bus
07.2018 - 07.2020
School Bus Driver
Ontario School District
08.2015 - 08.2018
School Bus Driver
SCUCISD/Texas
06.2011 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Sandia High