TAISHA ARAUZ
CHICAGO,IL
Summary
Reliable and caring professional with experience working with children in daycare and school transportation. Committed to promoting safety, supporting children's well-being, and maintaining a positive and respectful environment. Strong teamwork, communication, and customer service skills with a passion for helping children succeed.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
United Quick Transportation
CHICAGO, IL
09.2023 - 07.2026
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting the bus in a safe manner.
- Maintained a clean and organized bus interior for passenger comfort.
- Managed student behavior to ensure a safe riding environment during trips.
- Adhered to traffic laws and regulations while transporting students efficiently.
- 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.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
- Followed schedules and routes to maintain timely arrivals and departures.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Developed positive relationships with students through friendly interactions.
- Completed accident reports to support safety evaluations and enhance response protocols.
Mail Handling
O'Hare Airport Alliance Ground International
Chicago, IL
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling and transporting packages.
- Inspected outgoing mail for proper labeling and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with mail, packages, and other materials.
- Organized outgoing mail into designated bins according to postal regulations.
- Used portable electronic scanner to track parcels and record tracking progress.
- Labeled containers with proper destination addresses for efficient distribution.
- Reported any discrepancies or damaged packages to supervisor immediately.
- Determined shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.
Teacher's Assistant
Joyful Noise Daycare
CHICAGO, IL
04.2010 - 05.2015
- Assisted teachers in creating engaging lesson plans for preschool-aged children.
- Prepared learning materials and organized classroom resources to enhance student engagement during activities.
- Supported daily classroom activities and facilitated playtime interactions among students.
- Monitored child behavior and ensured a safe, nurturing environment throughout the day.
- Supervised children during playtime activities to ensure safety and engagement. and participated with children in activities.
- Fostered positive relationships with children to encourage social and emotional development.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and addressed any concerns promptly.
- Helped manage classroom schedules and coordinated transitions between activities smoothly.
- Implemented classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and order.
- Fostered positive educational environment through gentle discipline, promoting student success and overall development.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to support learning and inform instructional strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kelvyn Park High School
4343 W. Wrightwood06-2003
Skills
- Pre-trip inspections
- Student Behavior Management
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution
- Time management
- Customer service
- Student safety
- Child safety awareness
- Student supervision
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Passenger (P) Endorsement
School Bus (S) Endorsement
Timeline
School Bus Driver
United Quick Transportation
09.2023 - 07.2026
Mail Handling
O'Hare Airport Alliance Ground International
05.2019 - 10.2020
Teacher's Assistant
Joyful Noise Daycare
04.2010 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Kelvyn Park High School