Stephonia Spivey

• Managed all aspects of fleet maintenance operations, ensuring optimal productivity and cost effectiveness.
• Maintained safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety policies and protocols among maintenance team.
• Developed strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
• Achieved higher employee retention rates by fostering positive work environment and providing opportunities for professional growth.
• Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.

Certified to teach first aid, AED, and CPR class.

• Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs
• Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged

The desirable qualifications for a state-certified bus driver instructor include the items listed below:

• Desire to teach
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Professional and positive attitude
• Good personal hygiene
• Good communication skills (both verbal and nonverbal)
• Good writing and spelling skills
• Good reading and reading comprehension skills
• Good bus driving skills
• Public speaking experience
• Good listening ability

Ability to:

• Provide quality behind-the-wheel training in vehicles of the appropriate type and size
• Demonstrate proper instructional methods, and provide quality classroom instruction
• Read, interpret, and explain laws, regulations, and policies pertaining to transportation
• Communicate effectively and make appropriate decisions
• Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students
• Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes
• Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning

• BASIC FUNCTION:
• Under the direction of the Transportation Director, schedule, coordinate and supervise the scheduling and dispatch of bus routes, field trips, and extracurricular events; supervise the District’s Bus Driver training programs and activities; prepare and maintain accurate records related to vehicles and drivers; assign and review the work of drivers; train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.
• ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Verified that drivers transported loads safely and complied with state DOT laws
• Closely monitored operations and performed regular safety audits for adherence to administrative policies and compliance regulations
• Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and accurately documented driver qualifications, permits, and equipment information
• Demonstrated tasks to new hires and assigned to experienced workers for further training
• Planned and established transportation routes, work schedules, and operator assignments
• Monitored safe operations by conducting field safety audits
• Managed routing, driver supervision, and DOT compliance
• Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements
• Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports
• Assisted in developing company policies related to transportation procedures, ensuring alignment with industry standards and best practices
• Addressed issues swiftly, resolving conflicts between drivers, customers, or other stakeholders effectively

• Under the direction of the State-Certified Instructor, effectively organizes work responsibilities and manages time efficiently.
• Completes all assignments within the agreed-on time frame.
• Interacts with department staff, representatives of other organizations agencies, and the general public in the course of duties in a pleasant and positive manner.
• Practices proper safety habits and care in the use of district or company and state laws and regulations governing employees.
• Maintain a valid Class B commercial driver license with a passenger endorsement, California Special Driver Certificate, Medical Certificate, First Aid Card, or equivalent certification at all times.
• Properly demonstrates all behind-the-wheel teaching methods, techniques, and driving skills required by the California Department of Eduction and the district or company.
• Supported productivity increase and business growth through new hire training and mentoring

• Operate a school bus over designed routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Operate wheelchair lifts, seat belts, safety vests and other adaptive equipment.
• Assist in loading and unloading disabled children as necessary.
• Lift students according to established guidelines.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Coordinated closely with colleagues during field trips or special events to provide seamless transportation services for all participants involved
• Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components
• Increased overall student satisfaction by attending to individual needs and addressing any concerns expressed during transportation experiences
• Improved on-time performance with efficient route planning, taking into consideration traffic patterns and weather conditions
• 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
• Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey