Robin Sullivan
Bossier City,LA
Summary
Dedicated school bus driver with expertise in safety compliance, emergency response, and effective communication. Proven track record of fostering positive relationships with students while ensuring their safety and comfort during transportation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Bossier Parish Schools
Benton, Louisiana
11.2018 - 09.2026
- Transported students safely to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure bus safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding schedule changes or concerns.
- Monitored student behavior to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
- Assisted students with disabilities in boarding and disembarking safely.
- Reported mechanical issues promptly for timely repairs and maintenance.
- Followed designated routes while adhering to traffic regulations diligently.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported issues to a supervisor.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Maintained order and discipline on a bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
- Kept up-to-date on changes in local roads, traffic patterns, and construction projects that may affect routes or schedules.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of attendance, mileage, and other data related to routes.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by taking appropriate actions.
- Studied and adhered to established school transportation protocols.
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Complied with district policies and procedures concerning student discipline.
- Operated motorized ramps and lifts to assist special needs students.
- Reported accidents and completed required reports.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of passengers as needed.
- Tallied student count, mileage and fuel usage reports, forward to immediate supervisor for documentation purposes.
- Assisted passengers in evacuating the bus in case of emergency.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
- Provided helpful directions and assistance to students during their ride.
- Inspected the student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Cleaned and sanitized bus interiors to lessen the germ spread.
- Inspected vehicle tires, brakes, windshield wipers, lights and fluids to verify safe operation.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to supervisor.
- Enforced safety rules as students boarded and exited buses and crossed streets near bus stops.
- Reported bus malfunctions or repairs needed.
- Drove gasoline, diesel or electrically powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students.
- Acquired and maintained certification in basic first aid and CPR.
- Operated bus safety lighting to increase safety during bus stop boarding and departing.
- Executed assigned tasks according to supervisor instructions.
- Reported accidents, hazards or transportation delays using mobile two-way radios.
- Safely and patiently escorted small children across roads.
- Read maps and follow written or verbal driving directions.
- Regulated environmental controls for student comfort.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkway High School
Bossier City, LA05-1985
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle operations
- Route navigation
- Emergency response
- Special needs support
- Behavior management
- Safety awareness
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Communication skills
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Bossier Parish Schools
11.2018 - 09.2026
High School Diploma -
Parkway High School