Rose Williams
Long Beach
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled transportation leader with 16 years of progressive experience in school bus operations, driver instruction, and department management. Proven track record in overseeing day-to-day transportation functions, developing and delivering driver training programs, and ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations. Experienced in supervising large teams, managing fleet logistics, optimizing routes, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Known for strong organizational skills, hands-on leadership, and the ability to coordinate effectively with school administrators, parents, and community stakeholders. Committed to operational excellence, student safety, and delivering reliable, efficient transportation services that support educational access and district goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver Instructor
Fullerton School District
08.2020 - Current
- Plans, schedules, coordinates, and evaluates Bus Driver training and re-training programs according to state licensing requirements
- Develops, updates, prepares, and presents training materials and manuals related to pupil transportation
- • Trains and tests Bus Drivers, and evaluates their driving performance and abilities based on the California Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
- Observes all District’s drivers annually and provides guidance on their driving performance
- Consults with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) personnel regarding driver standards, records, and accidents involving the District
- Assists in the planning and coordinating activities related to assigned school transportation programs, such as school bus emergency evacuation drills
- • Plans, schedules, coordinates, and monitors required physical examinations for transportation personnel such as Bus Drivers and Mechanics
- Maintains a variety of records related to transportation
- May investigate accidents involving District vehicles
- • Maintains current school bus map; reviews bus routes and stops for accuracy, safety, and efficiency; and recommends appropriate changes
Transportation Coordinator
Inglewood Unified School District
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Managed transportation budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities and making data-driven decisions to optimize spending.
- Plan and coordinate bus schedules and emergency routing to transport students to and from school, athletic events and field trips
- Resolve student transportation concerns with parents, principals and other school administrators and confer with school authorities on disciplinary problems with students
- Supervise, train, evaluate, counsel and discipline the performance of assigned personnel as appropriate
- Provide and ensure in-service training for bus drivers in accordance with certification and established training requirements
- Implement and maintain safety and vehicle inspection programs.
- Remain current concerning pending and existing state legislation related to student transportation, streets, boundary lines and housing developments
- Develop, implement and enforce established safety regulations and precautions
- Operate a school bus to transport students on a limited or emergency basis as required.
Safety and Training Supervisor
Mission School Transportation
02.2014 - 12.2017
- Provide Safety Instructional services and Oversee Training Department. Accident investigations and improve accident reduction. Maintain driver records exceeding California Highway Patrol Terminal Inspection Standards. Implement training course for new recruits. Manage Safety and Daily operations. Lead by example Rules and Regulations, STA and MST Company policies, and District Policies.
- Currently oversee responsibilities of:
- Hire on Process, Applications, Reference and company requirements
- Drug and Alcohol / Department of Transportation requirements
- DL-51 / Medical review according to company policy
- Record keeping / And not limited to the Safe Operation of vehicles and Driver Safety
Safety and Training Supervisor
Atlantic Express
08.2009 - 02.2014
- 5 years of experience in supervising the Safe operations of Atlantic Express Training Department
- California Highway Patrol Terminal Inspection Audits at 100% Pass Rate
- Certified in 8/09 as a School Bus Driver, Certified 9/10 as a Behind the Wheel Delegate
- Updated employees with latest policies, procedures and compliance standards.
- Trains and tests Bus Drivers, and evaluates their driving performance and abilities based on the California Department of Transportation (DOT) requirements
- Maintains a variety of records related to transportation
- Consults with the California Highway Patrol (CHP) personnel regarding driver standards, records, and accidents involving the District
- investigate accidents involving School Bus vehicles
- Observes all drivers annually and provides guidance on their driving performance
Nurse Assistant
Windsor Gardens
09.2006 - 07.2010
- Responsibilities included and not limited to the safety of mentally disabled patients
- Duties included, supervise, maintain living quarters, monitor medication prescribed
- Certified by the State of California, First Aid, CPR qualified
Education
Certified First Aid
American Health and Safety Institute
05.2025
Office of School Transportation Instructor Certification
California Department of Education
01.2016
College of Continuing Education
California State University, Sacramento
01.2016
Nursing Assistant and Certification Course
Long Beach CA
01.2007
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Long Beach Job Corps
01.2007
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Wilson High School
Long Beach, CA01.2005
Director of Transportation Certificate - Transportation
California Association of School Business Official
Sacramento, CA12-2023
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Behavior management
- Operational Management
- Safety & Compliance
- Passenger management
- Drug and alcohol testing
- Transporting students
- Leadership & Supervision
- Technical Proficiency
Professional Profile
- Motivated self-driven professional with over 15years in the Transportation Industry.
- Genuinely enjoy working with School Bus Drivers and Staff
- Educate original and renewal drivers in Safety, customer satisfaction, and driver retention.
Timeline
School Bus Driver Instructor
Fullerton School District
08.2020 - Current
Transportation Coordinator
Inglewood Unified School District
01.2018 - 07.2020
Safety and Training Supervisor
Mission School Transportation
02.2014 - 12.2017
Safety and Training Supervisor
Atlantic Express
08.2009 - 02.2014
Nurse Assistant
Windsor Gardens
09.2006 - 07.2010
Office of School Transportation Instructor Certification
California Department of Education
College of Continuing Education
California State University, Sacramento
Nursing Assistant and Certification Course
Long Beach CA
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Long Beach Job Corps
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Wilson High School
Certified First Aid
American Health and Safety Institute
Director of Transportation Certificate - Transportation
California Association of School Business Official
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