Sarah White
bus driver
DELTON,MI
Summary
Dedicated professional with a clean driving record and a strong focus on safety, honed through experience at Delton Kellogg Schools. Proven ability to manage schedules effectively while ensuring passenger safety. Skilled in pre-trip inspections and active listening, fostering a secure environment for children as a Daycare Teacher.
Diligent about transportation, with solid background in safely transporting passengers. Successfully navigated various routes and schedules, ensuring timely arrivals and departures. Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills to handle diverse passenger needs and on-the-road challenges.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Delton Kellogg Schools Transportation Department
05.2022 - Current
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary bus interior by regularly inspecting for cleanliness, removing trash, and reporting necessary repairs to management.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
Construction Worker
Thumb Thumper Construction
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
Daycare Teacher
Evergreen Academy
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Forest Academy
09.2016 - 07.2018
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Supported children''s social and emotional growth by implementing creative play opportunities and group activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing age-appropriate curriculum to support child development milestones.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for all students by adhering to preschool policies and procedures.
Education
Child Development
Delton Kellogg Schools
Delton, MI09-2016
Skills
- Clean driving record
- Safety-focused
- Weather condition driving
- Pre-trip inspections
- DOT regulations
- Safety practices
- Defensive driving
- Gross motor skills development
- Health and safety
- Child development
- Customer service
- Active listening
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Bus Driver
Delton Kellogg Schools Transportation Department
05.2022 - Current
Construction Worker
Thumb Thumper Construction
05.2020 - 10.2021
Daycare Teacher
Evergreen Academy
08.2018 - 01.2020
Preschool Assistant Teacher
Forest Academy
09.2016 - 07.2018
Child Development
Delton Kellogg Schools
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