Dominique Cordero
Shafter
Summary
With a proven track record at Kern County Superintendent of Schools, I excel in delivering engaging class instruction and curriculum development, enhancing student and driver performance. My strong communication skills and collaborative approach have significantly improved training outcomes, making me a pivotal asset in training settings.
Skilled professional ready to excel in leadership role with focus on results-driven performance. Proven ability to streamline operations and foster team collaboration to achieve organizational goals. Known for reliability and adaptability in meeting changing demands while maintaining high standards. I have positive experience dealing with parents, teachers, driver concerns.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Instructor
Woodlake Unified School District
12.2024 - Current
- Facilitated classroom discussions, enhancing student participation and critical thinking skills for original and renewal classes.
- Developed comprehensive assessments with clear objectives to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Provided constructive feedback on unit tests to support student growth and improve DMV and CHP testing performance. As well as teaching pretrip inspection and Behind the wheel training.
- Mentored students in academic and personal challenges to foster resilience and self-confidence.
- Maintained Driver's Records for CHP terminal Inspections.
- Entering students into FMCSA to be able to test with both DMV and CHP
- Keeping detailed records of Behind the wheel training records.
- Dispatch which includes multi-tasking both phone calls from parents and schools and drivers, and two way radio transmissions from drivers, rerouting drivers, sparing out buses, sending mechanics to drivers, assigning drivers routes on short notice.
- Substitute school bus driver which includes driving unknown routes, and keeping track of students to be dropped off at correct schools and homes.
- Remedial training for drivers when involved in any type of accident if required as determined by accident review committee
Transportation Instructor II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Teach school bus drivers required class.
- Help students with making study materials, guiding them throughout DMV, CHP written tests as well as teaching pretrip inspection and Behind the wheel training.
- Entering students into FMCSA to be able to test with both DMV and CHP.
- Keeping detailed records of Behind the wheel training records.
- Maintains drivers records for 45 districts plus our own, which includes drivers mandated training hours, medical, licenses, first aid, pull notices.
- Developed Behind the wheel guide for other districts renewal applicants to follow for pretrip.
- In charge of developing In-services meetings for other districts.
- Helping other Instructors get ready for academy.
- Train mechanics to pass their pretrip inspection and Behind the wheel test with DMV.
- Dispatch which includes multi-tasking both phone calls from parents and schools and drivers, and two way radio transmissions from drivers, rerouting drivers, sparing out buses, sending mechanics to drivers, assigning drivers routes on short notice.
- Substitute school bus driver which includes driving unknown routes, and keeping track of students to be dropped off at correct schools and homes.
- Developed undercarriage and engine compartment videos for various districts when new requirements came out in 2023.
- Remedial training for drivers when involved in any type of accident if required as determined by accident review committee
- I was also an accident review committee personnel, reviewing all accidents in our very large transportation department.
Transportation Instructor I
Kern County Superintendent Of Schools
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Help students with making study materials, guiding them throughout DMV, CHP written tests as well as teaching pretrip inspection and Behind the wheel training
- Learning to Teach school bus drivers required class
- Keeping detailed records of Behind the wheel training records with renewal drivers.
- learning to maintains drivers records for 45 districts plus our own, which includes drivers mandated training hours, medical, licenses, first aid, pull notices.
- Developing In-services meetings for other districts
- Dispatch which includes multi-tasking both phone calls from parents and schools and drivers, and two way radio transmissions from drivers, rerouting drivers, sparing out buses, sending mechanics to drivers, assigning drivers routes on short notice.
- Substitute school bus driver which includes driving unknown routes, and keeping track of students to be dropped off at correct schools and homes
- Remedial training for drivers when involved in any type of accident if required as determined by accident review committee
School Bus Driver
Kern County Superintendent Of Schools
11.2021 - 10.2022
- 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.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
School Bus Driver/Maintenance
Standard School District
12.2016 - 09.2021
- 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.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Substitute School Bus Driver
Madera Unified School District
01.2008 - 03.2009
- Boosted fuel efficiency by monitoring idling time and practicing safe driving techniques.
- Ensured student discipline on the bus, implementing behavior management techniques as needed.
- Contributed to staff meetings by sharing insights on improving transportation services for the district.
- Demonstrated professionalism through appropriate dress code adherence and maintaining a clean work environment within the bus interior.
Substitute School Bus Driver
Kern High School District
12.2008 - 12.2008
- Maintained punctuality with strict adherence to schedules for pick-ups and drop-offs at designated locations.
- Assisted students with special needs in boarding and disembarking the bus, providing a supportive environment during transit.
- Adhered to federal, state, and local regulations governing school bus operation, ensuring compliance at all times.
Custodian/Sub Bus Driver
Richland Union School District
05.2006 - 12.2008
- Collected and disposed of trash by following proper disposal procedures.
- Carpeted and stripped floors to maintain cleanliness and extend lifespan.
- Updated safety signage to inform others of wet floors or hazards.
- Conducted minor repairs to fixtures by replacing light bulbs and fixing leaks.
- Performed daily sanitation tasks to reduce germs and maintain health standards.
- Completed pre- and post-trip bus inspections for safe passenger transportation.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
Substitute School Bus Driver
Rosedale Union School District
02.2004 - 05.2006
- Demonstrated professionalism through appropriate dress code adherence and maintaining a clean work environment within the bus interior.
- Minimized disruptions by effectively managing emergency situations such as mechanical breakdowns or weather-related incidents.
- Improved student safety by performing thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus.
- Maintained punctuality with strict adherence to schedules for pick-ups and drop-offs at designated locations.
Sub School Bus Driver
Stockton Unified School District
11.2002 - 02.2004
- 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.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
Education
High School Diploma -
S.J.C.O.E One Law
Stockton, CA05-2002
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Public speaking
- Class instruction
- Lesson planning
- Curriculum development
- Expertise in subject matter
- Group and individual instruction
- Collaborative team player
- Engaging presentation style
- Student engagement
- Instructional techniques
- Adaptable teaching approach
- Differentiated instruction
Timeline
Transportation Instructor
Woodlake Unified School District
12.2024 - Current
Transportation Instructor II
Kern County Superintendent of Schools
02.2024 - 07.2024
Transportation Instructor I
Kern County Superintendent Of Schools
10.2022 - 02.2024
School Bus Driver
Kern County Superintendent Of Schools
11.2021 - 10.2022
School Bus Driver/Maintenance
Standard School District
12.2016 - 09.2021
Substitute School Bus Driver
Kern High School District
12.2008 - 12.2008
Substitute School Bus Driver
Madera Unified School District
01.2008 - 03.2009
Custodian/Sub Bus Driver
Richland Union School District
05.2006 - 12.2008
Substitute School Bus Driver
Rosedale Union School District
02.2004 - 05.2006
Sub School Bus Driver
Stockton Unified School District
11.2002 - 02.2004
High School Diploma -
S.J.C.O.E One Law
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