Valerie Rogers
Ottawa,IL
Summary
Safety-focused School Bus Driver experienced in managing student behavior and ensuring emergency preparedness. Delivered safe and timely transportation through effective communication and adaptability. Maintained orderly environments on bus routes while reporting delays and safeguarding passengers against hazards.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Ottawa Elementary School District 141
Ottawa, IL
03.2022 - Current
- Transported students safely to and from school and activities.
- Conducted pre-trip and post trip inspections to ensure bus safety and functionality.
- Managed student behavior during transportation to uphold safety standards.
- Updated and organized route sheets to reflect current transportation plans.
- Report any disciplinary or abuse concerns through the proper channels immediately
- Collaborated with parents and school staff to address and meet student needs.
- Followed established routes and schedules consistently for timely arrivals.
- Supported students with disabilities in safe boarding and disembarking procedures.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly to ensure bus reliability and safety.
- Attended training sessions on safety regulations and emergency procedures regularly.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by taking appropriate actions.
- Kept up-to-date on changes in local roads, traffic patterns, and construction projects that may affect routes or schedules.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to supervisor.
Amazon Flex Delivery Driver
Amazon
Ottawa, IL
09.2016 - Current
- Delivered packages promptly to customers in designated areas.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Operated delivery vehicles following safety and traffic regulations.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Loaded and unloaded packages efficiently to ensure timely deliveries.
- Inspected vehicle for maintenance issues before each shift.
Education
Grand Mesa High
Collbran, COSome College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO 09.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Route management
- Transportation planning
- Weather condition driving
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Student supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Incident documentation
- Positive demeanor
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Ottawa Elementary School District 141
03.2022 - Current
Amazon Flex Delivery Driver
Amazon
09.2016 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
University of Central Missouri
09.2005 - 05.2009
Grand Mesa High