Ann Ward
Delisle,SK
Summary
Safety-conscious School Bus Driver with 5 1/2 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. Talented problem-solver, managing workloads with great ease. Professional and welcoming in creating upbeat work environment. Very organized Office Manager with noted experience in administrative management. Able to prioritize projects and multitask effectively to achieve project goals. Methodical and detail-oriented team player with expertise in team leadership. Offer strong work ethic. Easily coordinate documentation, inventory and schedules to boost team productivity. A diplomatic and respectful team player with in-depth understanding of report preparation, spreadsheet use and invoicing. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power point. Work effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence and can work independently with great ease.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Prairie Spirit School Division
Vanscoy, SK
10.2016 - Current
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Followed established routes with aid from maps and GPS-equipped devices to safely navigate high-traffic areas and adhere to preset schedules.
- Obeyed federal, Provincial and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Inspected bus and emergency equipment and verified safe working order for student and driver use.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Communicated route and other important information to parents to promote good communication and transparency.
- Maintained Provincial Class 5S driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
- Reported vehicle traffic violations, vehicle damage and accidents to management to comply with legal and insurance obligations.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Reported bus malfunctions or needed repairs.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Substitute Educational Assistant
Prairie Spirit School Division
Vanscoy, SK
09.2009 - Current
- Enhanced learning plans and quantified student progress using quizzes, essays and projects.
- Laminated teaching materials to increase durability under repeated use.
- Organized and supervised games and other recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Took daily attendance, notifying classroom teacher immediately of any student absences.
- Observed students' performance and recorded relevant data to assess progress.
- Utilized answer sheets and electronic marking devices to grade homework and tests, accurately computing and recording results.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Administrative Assistant
Prairie Spirit School Division
Vanscoy, SK
09.2009 - Current
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
- Managed Access databases converting complex data into easy-to-interpret data.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Performed research to collect and record industry data.
- Processed invoices and expenses using QuickBooks to facilitate on-time payment.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on performance and sales data.
- Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Maintained staff directory and company policy handbook for human resources department.
- Created detailed expense reports and requests for capital expenditures.
- Coordinated bookkeeping activities in QuickBooks and Lawson, including invoicing and accounts payable.
- Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared PowerPoint presentations.
- Created PowerPoint presentations for business development purposes.
- 62 WPM
Education
Diploma - Rehabilitation Worker
Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Sciences And Technology
Saskatoon, SK04.2006
Certificate - Veterinary Office Assistant
Saskatoon Business College
Saskatoon, SK04.1999
High School Diploma -
Loreburn Central High School
Loreburn, SK06.1996
Skills
- Valid Driver's License Class 5S
- GPS and route planning
- Time, Mileage and Fuel Tracking
- First Aid Certification
- Report Preparation
- Problem Solving
- Efficiency and Time Management
- Dependable and Trustworthy
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Customer Service
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Portable Data Input
- Attention to Detail
- Inventory Management
- Log Book Maintenance
- Billing Statements
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Transportation Logs
- Incident Reporting
- Document Management
- Database Updating
- Accident Reports
- Strong Working Relationships
- Understands local routes
- Dependable and reliable
- Route logs
- Effective communication skills
References
1. Trisha Larson
Personal Reference
306-230-2458
2. Jessica Lingel
Fellow Bus Driver
306-227-9866
3. Darin McKay
Vice Principal Vanscoy School
306-321-7689
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Prairie Spirit School Division
10.2016 - Current
Substitute Educational Assistant
Prairie Spirit School Division
09.2009 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Prairie Spirit School Division
09.2009 - Current
Diploma - Rehabilitation Worker
Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Sciences And Technology
Certificate - Veterinary Office Assistant
Saskatoon Business College
High School Diploma -
Loreburn Central High School