Rick Caines
Halifax
Summary
Dedicated and safety-conscious School Bus Driver with a proven track record at Stock/National Transportation. Expert in wheelchair lift operations and fostering positive student interactions. Recognized for enhancing on-time arrival rates and effectively managing student behavior, ensuring a secure and inclusive environment for special needs passengers. Strong communication and problem-solving skills drive success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Stock/National Transportation/Transco
02.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated expertise in operating wheelchair lifts and securing mobility devices within the bus to ensure safe transport for all passengers.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and events promoting inclusivity among special needs students.
- Reduced behavioral incidents through consistent enforcement of established rules and clear communication of expectations to students.
- Contributed to the overall success of the school''s special needs program by reliably transporting students to extracurricular activities, field trips, and appointments.
- Streamlined transportation processes by accurately documenting mileage logs, fuel purchases, and maintenance records.
- Minimized disruptions to schedules by quickly adapting to route changes and traffic conditions for timely arrivals at destinations.
- Promoted positive relationships with students, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that respected each child''s unique needs.
- Improved on-time arrival rates by diligently planning efficient routes and managing unforeseen circumstances.
- Demonstrated professionalism and a strong work ethic by consistently arriving early, preparing the bus, and being available for additional duties as needed.
- Collaborated with school staff in developing individualized transportation plans for special needs students, ensuring their safety and comfort during transit.
- Safeguarded student welfare by promptly addressing medical emergencies or other concerns according to established protocols.
- Actively engaged with local community resources to stay informed about best practices related to special needs transportation and advocate for student access to services.
- Supported special needs students by effectively communicating with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding individual requirements.
- Enhanced safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus.
- Managed challenging situations involving student behavior with patience, empathy, and effective problem-solving skills that prioritized safety for all involved.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home life and school by providing consistent support during pick-up/drop-off times for special needs children.
- Ensured student satisfaction by maintaining a clean, comfortable, and well-organized bus environment.
- Increased parent satisfaction through regular communication about their child''s transportation experience and responsiveness to feedback or concerns raised.
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations governing the transportation of special needs students in a school setting.
- Drove bus along assigned route, picking up students.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
- Identified and reported mechanical problems and safety hazards.
- Enforced student behavior policies and responded to student emergencies.
- Worked closely with school administration and transportation to maintain smooth operations.
- Created and enforced bus rules and kept expectations posted.
- Completed logbooks, incident reports and other daily paperwork.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Kept up to date on local, state and federal regulations related to school bus operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading students and belongings.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date route and time logs.
- Assessed bus condition and maintained brakes, wipers, gas levels, and cleanliness.
- Inspected and serviced buses on regular basis.
- Drafted and submitted reports detailing trips, fuel, mileage, and hours.
- Recorded bus route and made notes for substitute drivers.
- Executed proper and timely loading and unloading of passengers.
- Administered first aid to passengers in need.
School Bus Driver
Stock Transportation
09.2015 - 02.2020
- 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 -
Halifax West High School
Halifax NS06-1968
Skills
- Strong empathy
- Defensive driving
- Safety consciousness
- Patience and tact
- Wheelchair lift operations
- Safe driving techniques
- Traffic regulation compliance
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safe driving practices
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Pre-trip inspections
- Organizational skills
- Defensive driving practices
- Valid Driver's license
- Commercial drivers license CDL
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Bus cleaning
- Passenger safety
- Traffic laws and regulations
- Flexible schedule
- Student supervision
- Vehicle inspection
- Special needs passengers
- Route navigation
- Student behavior management
- Parent communication
- Interpersonal skills
- Emergency exit door operation
- Federal and state driving regulations
- Tires and brakes inspections
- Local traffic patterns
- Schedule adherence
- Time management abilities
- Written communication
- Adaptability
- Student interaction
- Interpersonal relationships
- Dispatcher communication
- School crossing regulations
- DOT inspections
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Schedule coordination
- Log book maintenance
- Licensing requirements
- School bus policies
- Two-way radio operation
- Professionalism
Languages
English
Timeline
Special Needs School Bus Driver
Stock/National Transportation/Transco
02.2020 - Current
School Bus Driver
Stock Transportation
09.2015 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Halifax West High School
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