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Tonita Garrett

Clinton,SC

Summary

  • Accomplished professional with over 35 years at School District 56, a dept at fostering academic success for special needs students. Proven ability to enhance communication and organizational skills while ensuring safety as a dedicated bus driver. Strong collaborator, effectively engaging with parents and staff to support student development and well-being.
  • Professional aide with strong background in providing personalized support. Skilled in creating supportive environment, fostering communication, and addressing individual needs. Team-oriented with focus on achieving outcomes and adapting to changing requirements. Known for reliability, empathy, and effective problem-solving.
  • Experienced with providing individualized support to students requiring additional assistance. Utilizes effective communication and behavioral strategies to enhance learning experiences. Knowledge of adaptive teaching methods and classroom management techniques.
  • Solid background in providing personalized support to individuals in educational settings. Successfully contributed to development and well-being of students through tailored assistance and patience. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and problem-solving to foster positive learning environment.


Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

One on One Aide

Joanna Woodson Elementary School
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted students with special needs in developing effective communication skills, fostering a sense of independence.
  • Helped students build strong organizational skills that improved their overall academic success and daily functioning at school.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to parents and teachers regarding student progress, ensuring consistent communication among all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in both academic and social settings.

Bus Driver

School District 56
08.1991 - Current
  • Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
  • Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
  • Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
  • Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure for helpful emergency response.
  • Ensured timely arrivals and departures by strictly adhering to schedules and effectively managing unforeseen circumstances.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring safe boarding, comfortable travel, and proper disembarking procedures were followed.
  • Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while keeping passengers informed of potential delays due to hazardous road situations.
  • Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.

Secretary

District 56 Transportation Office
08.2009 - 05.2024
  • Recorded employees hours and documented them to make sure they got paid on our payroll
  • set up medicaid trips
  • worked on medicaid billing
  • Facilitated interdepartmental communication, working closely with other teams to ensure seamless coordination of transportation services.
  • Increased overall efficiency within the department by identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes accordingly.

One on One Assistant With a Special Ed Student

M.S Bailey
08.1991 - 05.1996

Dedicated one on one assistant with a passion for supporting special ed students in their academic journey

experienced in fostering a positive and encouraging learning environment tailored to individual student needs

Skilled in implementing personalized educational strategies to enhance student comprehension and retention


Education

N/A - Education

Lander University
Greenwood, SC
05-1995

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School
Clinton, SC
05-1978

Skills

  • Dedicated employee for over 35 years with School District 56
  • Experienced in Transportation Secretarial Duties along with Class Room Special Needs Assistant also working one on one with several different students
  • Dedicated bus driver with over 40 years of experience ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school, field trips and school activities
  • Proficient in maintaining a positive and supportive environment for children while adhering to strict safety regulations and guidelines while both at school and on the bus
  • Skilled in effectively communicating with parents and school staff to address any school or transportation concerns or needs
  • Worked closely with Regular Ed students as well as Special Ed students and helped aid in their academic success

Timeline

One on One Aide

Joanna Woodson Elementary School
01.2024 - Current

Secretary

District 56 Transportation Office
08.2009 - 05.2024

Bus Driver

School District 56
08.1991 - Current

One on One Assistant With a Special Ed Student

M.S Bailey
08.1991 - 05.1996

N/A - Education

Lander University

High School Diploma -

Clinton High School
Tonita Garrett