Dedicated professional with extensive experience at Anne Arundel County Public School System, excelling in child supervision and safety awareness. Proven ability to foster strong parent relationships and implement effective student discipline strategies, enhancing overall student well-being and transportation efficiency. Skilled in documentation and providing personal care to special needs students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Aide
Anne Arundel County Public School System
07.2016 - 02.2020
Helped students with physical and mental disabilities to board, disembark and ride bus.
Supervised students and maintained discipline on bus to reduce driver distraction.
Liaised with bus driver to conduct emergency evacuation drills.
Lifted and moved students to optimize comfort.
Communicated with bus driver to meet students' medical, physical and behavioral needs during transport.
Informed parents of student behavioral changes to formulate guidelines and solutions.
Assisted special needs students with self-care to maintain proper hygiene while in transit.
Operated lift and secured wheelchair to maximize student safety and stability.
Documented disciplinary and behavioral incidents in tailored reports.
Built and maintained positive relationships with teachers, students and parents.
Placed special needs students in designated seats and fastened and secured seat belts before departure to reduce risk of injury.
Executed emergency response by employing established protocols and medical guidelines.
Prepared student reports for meetings with school personnel.
Responded to emergency situations with speed and full knowledge of first aid, CPR and bus policies.
Informed substitute and newly assigned drivers of routes and directions to maintain timely schedule.
Partnered with bus driver to load and unload special needs students and equipment for safe departure and arrival.
Fostered positive relationships with parents, addressing concerns professionally and providing clear communication about bus procedures.
Maintained clean and orderly buses by conducting regular sweeps for lost items and debris removal.
Collaborated with bus drivers to develop effective routes, resulting in reduced travel times and fuel consumption.
Handled medical emergencies effectively by administering appropriate care until help arrived or transporting the child to a healthcare facility if required.
Used appropriate restraint devices and procedures.
Assisted in the evacuation drills for students, ensuring their understanding of proper bus exit procedures during emergencies.
Documented incidents and submitted reports.
Provided special assistance to disabled individuals.
Assisted students with special needs, ensuring a comfortable and inclusive transportation experience.
Maintained compliance with district policies related to student behavior management on buses.
Participated in ongoing professional development trainings to stay current on industry best practices for student transportation services.
Monitored behavior to keep order and prevent bus driver from being distracted.
Ensured accurate record-keeping of student attendance, notifying school administrators of absences as needed.
Provided emergency first aid care to students when necessary, prioritizing student health and wellbeing.
Improved on-time arrival rates through efficient pre-trip bus inspections and timely boarding assistance.
Supported efforts to minimize environmental impact by encouraging students to properly dispose waste materials inside the bus.
Conducted thorough post-trip inspections of buses to identify potential maintenance issues before they became major problems.
Streamlined communications between school staff members regarding changes in transportation schedules or route adjustments.
Assisted with safe and efficient boarding of all bus passengers.
Supported driver adherence to traffic laws by monitoring speed limits, seatbelt usage, and other safety regulations during transit.
Developed strong rapport with diverse student populations through open communication channels and active listening techniques.
Coordinated pick-up and drop-off schedules efficiently, reducing wait times for both students and drivers.
Completed daily attendance logs for all routes.
Ensured a positive and safe bus environment by enforcing rules and guidelines consistently among all students, promoting respect and cooperation.
Enhanced student safety by closely monitoring behavior and promptly addressing any concerns or issues.
Demonstrated excellent conflict resolution skills by mediating disputes between students while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure.
Worked with bus driver and parents to meet specialized needs of passengers.
Enforced [State] safety guidelines for passenger transportation to keep children safe and driver free of distraction.
Demonstrated proper use of wheelchair lift, wheelchair tie-downs and orthopedic devices for handicapped passengers.
Provided physical assistance while loading and unloading passengers to promote safety and minimize delays at each route stop.
Assisted administration with assignment of students to bus routes and prepared reports using [Software].
Maintained clean and sanitary bus by cleaning and removing trash at end of each route.
Communicated with bus drivers, contractors and schools regarding route changes.
Assisted juvenile passengers in crossing roadway safely.
Supervised and assisted special-needs passengers, offering individual adult attention during transport.
Distributed completed school bus routes to bus contractors and appropriate schools.
Completed timely and detailed incident reports, following corporate guidelines for accurate recordkeeping.
Owner/Employee
Guardian Angels Assistant Living
03.2008 - 06.2016
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
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