Laura Sauvé
Port Loring,ON
Summary
Experienced school bus driver with over 17 years of dedicated service. Recognized for exceptional student management and positive interactions with school staff. A proven track record in maintaining safety standards and fostering a respectful atmosphere for students, while following consortium routing and timing with the highest levels of safety.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
Wilson Transportation Ltd.
Sundridge, Ontario
02.2025 - Current
- Drove as a spare driver on the local Argyle route from October to February 2025/2026, maintaining consistent service.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operated 72 passenger and mid-sized school bus safely, following established routes and schedules.
- Maintained clean, organized bus environment to enhance student comfort and foster respect and recognition.
- Assisted in limited charters for the grade school in North Bay.
- Provided charter work to Barrie with multiple destinations.
- Operated blended Sundridge route as spare driver for 4 days in June 2026, adapting to changing needs.
- I currently have no assigned route or charter requests due to remote location and limited amount of runs in Argyle through to Trout Creek. Am more than willing, used to, and enjoy commuting.
School Bus Driver
Switzer-Carty Transportation
Brampton, Ontario
10.2015 - 06.2025
- Operated 72 passenger school bus, Mini Bus and vans safely, following established routes and mapping.
- Assigned and coordinated daily grade school and high school routes across Brampton and Guelph branches, ensuring timely and safe transportation for students.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized bus environment for student comfort, prioritizing name recognition to foster mutual respect and positive relationships.
- Acted as cover and commuting driver for Oakville, Bradford, and Guelph locations, facilitating commutes of 45 minutes to 1.5 hours to support operational needs.
- Honored with the 'Inspire Award' by the Oakville School Board for exceptional service to students.
- Achieved a 'Certificate of Exceptional Service' from the Oakville branch in recognition of accomplishments.''''''''''''
School Bus Driver
Elliot Coach Lines
Guelph, Ontario
10.2014 - 05.2015
- Operated 72 school bus safely, following established routes and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Transported students to school punctually, adhering to assigned route schedule to promote consistent arrival times.
- Ensured clean and organized bus environment for student comfort, fostering respect and name recognition among riders.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
School Bus Driver
Lang's Bus Lines
London, Ontario
07.2012 - 08.2014
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operated 72 passenger school bus safely, following established routes and mapping.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Ensured clean, organized bus environment for student comfort, fostering mutual respect and name recognition.
- Managed assigned route at previous employer, ensuring consistency and reliability despite loss of contracts.
School Bus Driver
Murphy Bus Lines
Arva, Ontario
07.2010 - 06.2012
- Operated 72 passenger school bus safely, following established routes and schedules.
- Consistently transported students to school on time, adhering to assigned route schedules and mapping.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Ensured clean and organized bus environment for student comfort, personally addressing each student by name.
- Provided safe transportation for students and teachers on school activity trips.
School Bus Driver
First Student
London, Ontario
08.2009 - 06.2010
- Operated 72 passenger school bus safely, following established routes and schedules.
- Transported students to and from school on a dedicated route, in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule and mapping.
- Provided coverage on bus routes, ensuring uninterrupted and timely student transportation during driver absences.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized bus environment for student comfort, fostering a welcoming atmosphere by addressing each student by name.
- Chartered field trips and school-related events, facilitating educational experiences outside the classroom.
- Drove grade school, high school and University of Western students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart Catholic Highschool
Newmarket, ON06-1995
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Route preparedness
- Bus cleanliness
- First Aid certification
- Student management
- Customer service
- Professional interactions with school staff and co-workers
- Name recognition
- Positive demeanor
- Fuel at half, always
Accomplishments
- Inspire Award 2017 Oakville/Burlington School Board
- Exceptional Service 2017 Oakville Branch Switzer-Carty Transportation
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Wilson Transportation Ltd.
02.2025 - Current
School Bus Driver
Switzer-Carty Transportation
10.2015 - 06.2025
School Bus Driver
Elliot Coach Lines
10.2014 - 05.2015
School Bus Driver
Lang's Bus Lines
07.2012 - 08.2014
School Bus Driver
Murphy Bus Lines
07.2010 - 06.2012
School Bus Driver
First Student
08.2009 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
Sacred Heart Catholic Highschool