Vowlinda Jones
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Proven Driver with a track record of excellence in passenger safety and route efficiency, notably with First Student Charter. Skilled in time management and customer service, consistently ensuring timely and secure transportation. Excelled in adapting routes for improved service, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and passenger assistance. Well-regarded driver offers clean driving history and strong safety record. Gets along well with students, bus monitors and teachers. Compassionate with students and great at resolving conflicts. Keeps bus clean and well-maintained with daily care. Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 26 years in school bus transportation work and high regard for student safety. Transported large school district's students on daily routes and field trips and earned high safety ratings every year. Excellent driving and communications skills leading to outstanding results.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Orchard Farm School District
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
Driver
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2017 - 11.2023
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Supported special needs students by accommodating individual requirements and ensuring their comfort throughout the journey.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Responded to emergencies with calm and decisive actions, safeguarding well-being of all passengers.
Home Health Aide
Excel
03.2019 - 02.2022
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Driver
First Student Charter
01.1997 - 05.2017
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Built trust and rapport with students, encouraging respectful and kind interactions among passengers.
- Improved route efficiency by regularly reviewing and adjusting paths based on traffic patterns and school changes.
Education
GED -
Oakville Sr. High School
St Louis, MOSkills
- Time Management
- Valid Driver's License
- Customer Service
- Clean Driving Record
- Punctual and Reliable
- Flexible Schedule
- Transportation
- DOT Compliance
- Passenger Assistance
- CDL License
- Continuous Improvement
Timeline
Driver
Orchard Farm School District
11.2022 - 05.2023
Home Health Aide
Excel
03.2019 - 02.2022
Driver
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2017 - 11.2023
Driver
First Student Charter
01.1997 - 05.2017
GED -
Oakville Sr. High School
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