Valarie Cooley
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled bus driver with experience in both transit and intercity routes. Known for maintaining safety standards, punctuality, and efficient route management. Possess strong communication skills, ability to handle diverse passenger needs, and adept at navigation and time management. Contributed to increased rider satisfaction through proactive service and adherence. Excellent work ethic.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Driver
Harris County PCT 1
Houston, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Drive seniors and students to and from their destination.
- Prepared the bus by doing pre trip and filling out the drivers trip.
- Maintain cleanliness of the bus daily.
- Input trips destinations into the GPS.
- Do post trip, turn in complete paper work.
School Bus Driver
Cyfair ISD
Houston, Texas
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Inspected student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of passengers as needed.
- Transported students and teachers on school activity trips while exercising responsible leadership.
- Promoted good public relations by responding courteously to inquiries from parents or members of the community.
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Reported inappropriate and disruptive student behaviors to school administration.
Classroom Instructor/Safety Supervisor
Metro Lift
Houston
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Provide classroom and Behind the wheel instruction to new hired and incumbent employees in defensive driving.
- Develop training plans for new drivers,
- Report/record daily performance give daily quizzes or and test.
- Do Safety audits around the workplace
- Organized monthly Safety meetings.
- Investigate accident scene, report and file claims.
- Assist with random drug testing.
School Bus Driver
Klein ISD
Houston, Texas
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
- Reported inappropriate and disruptive student behaviors to school administration.
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Reported accidents, hazards or transportation delays using mobile two-way radios.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
Bus Driver
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Houston, TX
02.2020 - 08.2020
- Collected fares and provided route updates and schedule information.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
- Advised passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
School Bus Driver
Cyfair ISD
Houston, TX
09.2013 - 02.2020
- Inspected student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
- Performed work assignments according to instructions received.
- Reported accidents and completed required reports.
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
- Regulated heating, lighting and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
- Advised passengers to be seated and orderly while on vehicles.
- Used GPS navigation to follow routes and avoid potential construction or traffic delays.
Education
High School Diploma -
M.B.Smiley
Houston, TX05-1988
Skills
- Defensive driving
- Multitasking and organization
- Impeccable driving record
- Elderly and disabled assistance
- Transporting students
- Problem-solving
- Map reading
- Time management
- Safety practices
- GPS navigation
- Customer service
- Technology-based navigation
- Passenger safety
- Patience under pressure
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bus Driver
Harris County PCT 1
07.2023 - Current
School Bus Driver
Cyfair ISD
08.2022 - 07.2023
Classroom Instructor/Safety Supervisor
Metro Lift
05.2021 - 08.2022
School Bus Driver
Klein ISD
08.2020 - 05.2021
Bus Driver
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
02.2020 - 08.2020
School Bus Driver
Cyfair ISD
09.2013 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
M.B.Smiley