Shandra Pollard
Pacific,WA
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience as a Transportation Aide at Auburn School District, excelling in passenger assistance and safety. Proven ability in adaptive decision-making and strong organization, ensuring a positive experience for individuals with special needs. Committed to maintaining high standards of service and fostering trust through empathetic interactions.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Specialist
Auburn School District
Auburn
10.2019 - Current
- Attended safety meetings and took part in safety awareness trainings and programs.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards when dealing with sensitive customer information such as addresses and account details.
- Collaborated with warehouse personnel to ensure accurate inventory management and order fulfillment.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among staff members.
- Identified appropriate travel routes in accordance with applicable traffic and bulk cargo transportation laws, regulations, protocols, and guidelines.
- Submitted detailed reports on mileage, repairs, maintenance and other necessary expenditures during drives.
- Read maps to plan routes and reported delays or accidents.
Caregiver, Special Needs TBI
Terry Home Adult Living
Auburn, WA
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
Instructional Paraprofessional
Seattle Public Schools
Seattle, WA
11.2001 - 05.2017
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and enhance instructional techniques.
- Utilized differentiated instruction methods to address diverse learning styles within the classroom, promoting academic success for all students.
- Assisted in the collection of data to track student progress, using this information to adjust instructional strategies for optimal learning outcomes.
Education
Rainier Beach High School
Seattle, WA06.1995
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs TBI
Terry Home Adult Living
09.2022 - 12.2024
Transportation Specialist
Auburn School District
10.2019 - Current
Instructional Paraprofessional
Seattle Public Schools
11.2001 - 05.2017
Rainier Beach High School