Valerie Colbert
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Well-qualified Professional School Bus Driver with proven success in safe driving skills and pupil management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatch Supervisor
Bakersfield City School District
Bakersfield, CA
11.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily dispatch operations, ensuring timely delivery of students to schools.
- Spoke with staff on efficient protocols and safety procedures.
- Coordinated communication between the transportation department and schools to streamline logistics processes.
Lead School Bus Driver
Bakersfield City School District
Bakersfield, CA
06.2018 - 11.2022
- Maintained California driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
- Obeyed federal, California and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
School Bus Driver
Bakersfield City School District
Bakersfield, CA
11.2007 - 06.2018
- Obeyed federal, California and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections, identifying maintenance needs and reporting issues promptly.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
Custodial Worker
Bakersfield City School District
Bakersfield, CA
11.2008 - 08.2018
- Summer Extra Help
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of school facilities ensuring safe learning environments.
- Promoted a healthy workplace atmosphere by regularly disinfecting high-touch surfaces
Skills
- Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
- Federal and State Driving Regulations
- Operational Procedures
- Effective Communication Skills
- Traffic Laws and Regulations
- Safety-focused
Timeline
Dispatch Supervisor
Bakersfield City School District
11.2022 - Current
Lead School Bus Driver
Bakersfield City School District
06.2018 - 11.2022
Custodial Worker
Bakersfield City School District
11.2008 - 08.2018
School Bus Driver
Bakersfield City School District
11.2007 - 06.2018