Tina Garrison
Collingswood,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable professional with extensive experience in special needs transportation. Proven ability to communicate effectively with parents and school officials while maintaining a safe and organized bus environment. Committed to enhancing student safety and satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Pennsauken Public Schools
01.2017 - 12.2025
- Ensured safe and timely transportation of students to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Communicated with parents and school officials regarding transportation issues.
- Demonstrated flexibility when needed by covering additional shifts or stepping in for colleagues during unexpected absences or emergencies.
- Promoted a clean and orderly environment on the bus through routine inspection of seating areas after each trip.
- Ensured compliance with local traffic laws as well as district policies for student transportation services.
- Maintained accurate records of daily mileage logs, fuel expenses, incident reports, and other relevant documentation related to bus operations.
- Assisted special needs students in boarding and disembarking the bus safely, demonstrating empathy and patience.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and maintenance procedures.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding pick-up times, drop-off locations, and any incidents that occurred on the bus.
- Maintained punctual transportation service for students by adhering to established routes and schedules.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
Cashier /Sales Clerk
Cartun Hardware
09.2015 - 12.2025
- Processed customer transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained organized and efficient checkout areas to enhance customer experience.
- Assisted in inventory management by restocking shelves and monitoring product levels.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
- Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
- Kept front check out area clean and organized for efficient service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pennsauken Public Schools
Pennsauken, NJSkills
- Strong empathy
- Defensive driving
- Route planning
- Safety consciousness
- Patience and tact
- Passenger assistance
- Wheelchair lift operations
- Multi-passenger vehicle operations
- Safe driving practices
- Pre-trip inspections
- Defensive driving practices
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Commercial drivers license CDL
- Valid Driver's license
Timeline
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Pennsauken Public Schools
01.2017 - 12.2025
Cashier /Sales Clerk
Cartun Hardware
09.2015 - 12.2025
High School Diploma -
Pennsauken Public Schools