Sherry Shockley

I retired from my previous job to take care of my grandson who was born premature. I did this so he would not be exposed to different things in a daycare environment. While doing this my mother was diagnosed with cancer so I became her caregiver also.

• Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
• Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
• Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
• Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
• Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
• Obeyed federal, Tennessee and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
• Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
• Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
• Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
• Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
• Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
• Communicated information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
• Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and safety regulations.
• Kept parents informed of schedule changes or other relevant updates through clear communication channels.
• Reduced vehicle maintenance costs by conducting daily pre-trip inspections and promptly reporting any necessary repairs or concerns.
• Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
• Complied with personal grooming and conduct guidelines and regulations to promote high standard of professionalism.
• Assisted children with special needs in boarding and alighting bus, ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus, documenting any issues and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
• Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.