Courtney Lawson
Ashville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with a background in adult assisted living and a successful transition into education. Skilled in providing personalized care, fostering independence, and creating supportive environments for individuals with diverse needs. Brings empathy, patience, and communication skills to the workplace, with a proven ability to adapt to various situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Holy Family (COI), Jamestown, NY
09.2020 - 04.2025
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Provided additional support for students with special needs, ensuring they received appropriate accommodations and resources.
- Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
Nanny
Lukowski Family, Albany, NY
02.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
Home Health Aide
Willcare Home Care, Jamestown, NY
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Maintained records of patient care and conditions
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
Multiple Roles
Tanglewood Group, Jamestown, NY
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager.
- Provide patients with help moving in and out beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
- Assisted with dressing and grooming.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Activity Aide
Tanglewood Group, Jamestown, NY
07.2014 - 08.2015
- Visited with residents to enhance sensory stimulation and reality orientation and meet individual needs as outlined in activity care plan.
- Facilitated community outings for groups of residents, providing opportunities for social integration within the broader community setting.
- Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading daily activities tailored to their interests and abilities.
- Promoted mental stimulation for residents with memory-focused activities such as puzzles and trivia contests.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment, ensuring all activity areas were organized and properly equipped for scheduled events.
- Managed inventory of recreational supplies to ensure adequate resources were available for all planned activities without exceeding budgetary constraints.
- Supported physical wellbeing of residents by assisting with exercise programs and encouraging participation in activities.
- Spearheaded volunteer recruitment efforts to enhance program offerings and further engage the community in supporting resident wellbeing.
- Enriched residents'' cultural experiences by incorporating diverse music, food, and traditions into activity offerings.
- Planned and implemented activity programs, special events and outings for residents to improve cognitive functions and emotional and mental health.
- Fostered strong relationships between staff, residents, and family members through effective communication regarding activity schedules and updates on resident involvement.
Dietary Aide
Tanglewood Group, Jamestown, NY
05.2013 - 07.2014
- Kept all kitchen areas clean, tidy and free of hazards.
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
- Added food items, beverages, and utensils to trays and immediately delivered to correct rooms.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality meals tailored to their dietary needs and preferences.
- Delivered nourishment and supplements to nurse station for distribution to specific residents.
- Assisted in maintaining dry storage areas and handling unpacking, dating, and rotating of food and non-food supplies as directed.
- Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
Education
High School -
Chautauqua Lake Central School
Mayville, NY06-2013
Skills
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Motivating students
- Student engagement
- Behavior management
- Parent-teacher communication
- Positive role model and mentor
- Growth mindset
- Classroom instruction
- Conflict resolution
- Differentiated instruction
- Student-centered learning
- Child development
- Group and individual instruction
- Student assessment
- Curriculum implementation
- Learning strategies
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Holy Family (COI), Jamestown, NY
09.2020 - 04.2025
Nanny
Lukowski Family, Albany, NY
02.2019 - 07.2020
Home Health Aide
Willcare Home Care, Jamestown, NY
08.2018 - 02.2019
Multiple Roles
Tanglewood Group, Jamestown, NY
08.2015 - 07.2018
Activity Aide
Tanglewood Group, Jamestown, NY
07.2014 - 08.2015
Dietary Aide
Tanglewood Group, Jamestown, NY
05.2013 - 07.2014
High School -
Chautauqua Lake Central School
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