Tonya Blackledge
Hattiesburg
Summary
Dynamic Transportation Supervisor skilled at managing daily operations and supervising over 35 employees. Known for developing safety protocols and training programs that enhance compliance and performance, while ensuring timely and reliable student transportation services.
Transportation professional with solid track record in overseeing logistics and optimizing transportation processes. Proven ability to lead teams to achieve operational goals and drive continuous improvements. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic settings, emphasizing team collaboration and excellence.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Transportation Supervisor/Lead Driver
Lamar County School District
Sumrall, MS
01.2018 - Current
- Supervised daily transportation operations, ensuring timely and efficient student services.
- Coordinated training programs for drivers, enhancing operational compliance and performance.
- Monitored fleet maintenance schedules, optimizing vehicle reliability and safety standards.
- Supervising 35 plus employees.
- Demonstrated tasks to new hires and assigned to experienced workers for further training.
- Trained and mentored new drivers on safety protocols and driving regulations.
- Developed emergency response plans, prioritizing student safety during unforeseen incidents.
- Facilitated communication between parents, students, and administration regarding transportation issues.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all safety regulations and company policies.
- Implemented team-building activities that fostered a positive work environment among fellow drivers and support staff.
- Assisting in hiring procedures and training new employees.
- CDL state certified trainer.
- Collaborated with school officials to address transportation needs and improve service delivery.
- Led initiatives to streamline communication between drivers, parents, and school administration.
- Managed routing, driver supervision and DOT compliance.
- Ensured proper documentation was completed accurately for all transportation operations, including driver logs, vehicle inspection reports, and accident/incident reports.
- Scheduled repair and preventive maintenance of vehicles and other equipment.
- Managed a team of drivers, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations to maintain a high level of professionalism.
- Improved transportation efficiency by optimizing routes and implementing time-saving strategies.
School Bus Driver
Lamar County School District
Sumrall, MS
01.2016 - Current
- Ensured student safety during transportation to and from school.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain operational efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding route changes and schedules.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and best practices.
Sub Teacher/tutor Teacher
Lamar County School District
Sumrall, MS
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Assessed student progress through formative and summative evaluations, ensuring continuous improvement in academic performance.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
Boutique Owner
Angel Wings Photography & Boutique
Sumrall, MS
05.2010 - 05.2016
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth workflow in boutique environment.
- Developed and maintained vendor relationships to enhance product offerings.
- Curated seasonal merchandise collections based on customer trends and preferences.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels to meet demand.
- Managed financial operations of the boutique, ensuring accurate bookkeeping and timely payment processing to maintain profitability.
Insurance Agent/Lead CSR
Mississippi Wood & Hattiesburg Insurance Agency
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2002 - 05.2010
- Developed tailored insurance solutions to meet diverse client needs.
- Educated clients on policy options, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments to identify coverage gaps.
- Streamlined claims processes, enhancing client satisfaction and efficiency.
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
- Collaborated with underwriters to optimize policy terms and conditions for clients.
- Efficiently managed policy renewals, ensuring timely processing and accurate coverage updates.
- Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
- Educated clients on the importance of adequate insurance coverage, fostering trust and loyalty among the existing client base.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Antonelli College
Hattiesburg, MS05-2010
GED -
State of Mississippi
11-2008
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
05-2000
Skills
- Transportation management
- Route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Routing
- Coordination
- Scheduling
- Route navigation
- Operations support
- Schedule development
- Fleet management & logistics
- Dispatching procedures
- Documentation skills
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Transportation Supervisor/Lead Driver
Lamar County School District
01.2018 - Current
School Bus Driver
Lamar County School District
01.2016 - Current
Sub Teacher/tutor Teacher
Lamar County School District
01.2016 - 01.2018
Boutique Owner
Angel Wings Photography & Boutique
05.2010 - 05.2016
Insurance Agent/Lead CSR
Mississippi Wood & Hattiesburg Insurance Agency
01.2002 - 05.2010
Associate of Applied Science -
Antonelli College
GED -
State of Mississippi
High School Diploma -
Homeschool