Sandra Zere
Ronkonkoma
Summary
Highly organized and dependable transportation professional with extensive experience as a school bus driver and coordinator of school trips. Strong background in multitasking, route organization, communication, scheduling, and handling high-pressure situations. Experienced managing large groups of people while maintaining professionalism, safety, and efficiency. Recognized for reliability, leadership, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work effectively with drivers, staff, parents, and students
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Connetquot Central School District
Bohemia
08.2017 - Current
- Operated school bus safely to transport students to and from school.
- Enforced safety protocols and rules for student behavior on the bus
- Safely transport students while following all New York State transportation and safety regulations
- Maintain organized route schedules and daily transportation logs
- Coordinate and organize school trips for fellow bus drivers
- Communicate effectively with transportation staff, parents, and school personnel
- Handle stressful situations calmly and professionally
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Maintain student safety and appropriate behavior on the bus
- Assisted with route coverage and transportation scheduling.
- Demonstrate leadership, dependability, and strong time management skills
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding transportation issues.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Fostered positive relationships with students through friendly interactions, enhancing their travel experience.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
School Bus Driver
Suffolk Tr
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Operated school bus safely to transport students to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
- Enforced safety protocols and rules for student behavior on the bus.
- Communicated effectively with parents and school staff regarding transportation issues.
Store Co-Manager
The Children's Place
Lake Grove
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Managed daily store operations and ensured efficient team performance.
- Trained and developed staff to enhance customer service skills.
- Oversaw inventory management and stock replenishment processes.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints promptly and effectively.
- Supported recruitment efforts by conducting interviews and onboarding new employees.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Ensured compliance with all company policies and procedures.
- Trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and motivated staff members.
- Managed financial aspects of the business including payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, budgeting.
Teacher's Assistant
Connetquot School District
Bohemia
09.2011 - 06.2014
- Assisted teachers in classroom management and lesson delivery.
- Supported individual student needs through personalized learning strategies.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective instruction.
- Supervised students during recess and lunch to ensure safety.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
Reception Assistant
Zere Real Estate Services
Ronkonkoma
09.2005 - 07.2011
- Greeted clients and visitors with professionalism and warmth.
- Managed incoming calls and directed inquiries to appropriate staff.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated meeting times for agents and clients.
- Assisted with administrative tasks, including filing and data entry.
- Maintained organized front desk area and ensured a welcoming environment.
Store Manager
Victoria Secret
Garden City
05.1991 - 11.2005
- Managed daily store operations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Trained and mentored staff to enhance customer service skills and performance.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Facilitated team meetings to communicate goals and address employee concerns.
- Oversaw inventory management and conducted regular stock audits for accuracy.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Developed promotional displays to effectively showcase merchandise and drive sales.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance reviews.
- Developed and maintained payroll policies and procedures for accuracy and efficiency.
Education
Syosset High School
Syosset, NYSome College (No Degree) - Business/Education
SUNY, Farmingdale
Farmingdale, NYSkills
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Multitasking
- Strong communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Organization
- Safety compliance
- Student supervision
- Customer-oriented
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Connetquot Central School District
08.2017 - Current
School Bus Driver
Suffolk Tr
08.2016 - 07.2017
Store Co-Manager
The Children's Place
01.2014 - 04.2016
Teacher's Assistant
Connetquot School District
09.2011 - 06.2014
Reception Assistant
Zere Real Estate Services
09.2005 - 07.2011
Store Manager
Victoria Secret
05.1991 - 11.2005
Syosset High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business/Education
SUNY, Farmingdale