Traci Thomas
Jacksonville
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience as a Volunteer Driver for the American Cancer Society, excelling in route planning and GPS navigation. Demonstrated strong time management and passenger assistance skills, ensuring safe and efficient transport. Committed to adhering to safety procedures while providing compassionate support to clients in need.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Driver
American Cancer Society
Jacksonville
01.2020 - Current
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Assisted passengers with loading and unloading their walkers, wheelchairs.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
- Adhered to traffic laws and regulations to prevent accidents.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Learning Ladders Preschool
Jacksonville
01.2011 - 10.2016
- Provided guidance to children on appropriate behavior during activities.
- Observed each child's development throughout the school year and reported any issues or concerns to lead teacher or director.
- Supervised the children while they were engaged in various activities such as arts and crafts, story time, outdoor play.
- Encouraged cooperative play among students by providing positive reinforcement when needed.
- Organized play areas, toys, and learning materials to create a safe and stimulating environment.
- Provided support to teachers in managing classroom resources such as books, supplies, furniture.
- Read stories aloud to the children and discussed them afterwards to gauge understanding.
- Helped students learn basic academic skills such as counting, alphabet recognition, writing letters and numbers.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Performed general housekeeping duties such as tidying up classrooms after activities or cleaning up spills from lunchtime.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wolfson High School
Jacksonville, FL05-1983
Skills
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Traffic law compliance
- Safety procedures
- Passenger assistance
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Received award for providing for than 100 rides for the year 2024.
Timeline
Volunteer Driver
American Cancer Society
01.2020 - Current
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Learning Ladders Preschool
01.2011 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Wolfson High School