Sarah Navaho
Shiprock,NM
Summary
Detail-oriented School Bus Driver with a strong focus on safety compliance and effective communication. Committed to ensuring safe transportation and building positive relationships with students and parents. Reliable School Bus Driver with background in safe transportation of school children. Experience includes strict adherence to rules and regulations, maintaining cleanliness of vehicle, and prompt reporting of any incidents or concerns. Strengths encompass effective communication with students, parents and school staff, along with ability to manage emergencies calmly. Previous work demonstrated commitment to student safety and well-being.
Overview
1
1
Certification
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Teec Nos Pos Community School
Teec Nos Pos, Arizona
02.2023 - 12.2025
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting the bus safely and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding pick-up and drop-off times.
- Maintained a clean and organized bus interior to ensure student comfort.
- Documented daily transportation logs for record-keeping and accountability.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Assisted passengers in evacuation of bus in case of emergency.
School Bus Driver
Red Mesa Transportation
Red Mesa , AZ
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated school bus safely on designated routes for student transportation.
- Documented daily transportation logs for record-keeping and accountability.
- Followed all traffic laws and safety regulations during daily operations.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
School Bus Driver
Navajo Nation Headstart
Window Rock, Arizona
08.2001 - 06.2022
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
School Bus Driver
Central Consolidated School District
Shiprock, New Mexico
08.1991 - 05.1999
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding pick-up and drop-off times.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting the bus safely and efficiently.
- Maintained a clean and organized bus interior to ensure student comfort.
- Documented daily transportation logs for record-keeping and accountability.
- Collaborated with school staff to coordinate special event transportation needs.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Monitored student behavior on the bus and enforced rules consistently.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Maintained order and discipline on bus to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
Education
GED -
Red Mesa High School
Red Mesa Arizona04-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Gallup UNM Branch
Gallup, NMMajor Course -
Fort Wingate NM
Gallup, NMSkills
- Vehicle inspection and safety compliance
- Route planning and behavior management
- Emergency procedures and customer service
- Documentation practices
- Time management
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Vehicle inspections
- Pre-trip inspections
- Post-trip inspections
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement (P)
Fire Extinguisher Use Training Certification
Defensive Driving Course Certification - National Safety Council
CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association
Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certification
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Teec Nos Pos Community School
02.2023 - 12.2025
School Bus Driver
Red Mesa Transportation
08.2022 - 01.2023
School Bus Driver
Navajo Nation Headstart
08.2001 - 06.2022
School Bus Driver
Central Consolidated School District
08.1991 - 05.1999
GED -
Red Mesa High School
Some College (No Degree) - Child Development
Gallup UNM Branch
Major Course -
Fort Wingate NM