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Elizabeth Lawton

Rock Island,IL

Summary

Detail-oriented professional that has previously worked in water sports safety and incident prevention. Proven track record in multitasking and collaborating effectively under pressure while maintaining composure in fast-paced environments. Seeking to leverage research experience to transition into a clinical psychology career.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Lifeguard

Normal Parks and Recreation
Normal, IL
03.2022 - Current
  • Utilized training, rescue techniques and proper equipment to aid distressed people.
  • Communicated with guests, and enforced rules in a polite and respectful manner.
  • Maintained a clean environment for patrons to safely enjoy what was offered at our facility.
  • Prepared detailed incident reports following accidents or other incidents.
  • Prevented injuries and active drownings by keeping a watchful eye on those in the water, as well as those on land, and presented rules kindly and assertively if I saw anything out of order.

Team Member

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
Bloomington, IL
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Utilized equipment in a safe, timely, and organized manner to provide customers with quality food.
  • Worked the counter in a quick fashion so customers could get their food quickly.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to keep an organized environment, to get high-quality food out fast.
  • Maintained opening and closing duties, including keeping shelves stocked with cups and making sure food is fully stocked.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Normal Community West High School
Normal, IL
05-2024

Skills

  • Effective problem-solver
  • Maintain organization through stressfull situations
  • Team collaboration
  • General maintenance
  • Staff coordination
  • Time management
  • Communicating with staff and customers effectively, assertively, and professionally
  • Physical stamina
  • Allergen awareness

Affiliations

  • Athlete on the Augustana Track & Field, Cross Country Team

References

  • Jennifer Hamler | Teacher at Normal West High School

Contact Information: hamlerj@unit5.org, 309-336-6832

Notes: High School AP Psychology Teacher.

  • Kate Carlock | Manager at Normal Parks and Recreation Department Pool Facilities

Contact Information: 309-212-3735, kateswims4@gmail.com

Notes: Manager and coworker at pool facilities I have previously lifeguarded at.

Timeline

Team Member

Dairy Queen Grill & Chill
10.2023 - 08.2024

Lifeguard

Normal Parks and Recreation
03.2022 - Current

High School Diploma -

Normal Community West High School
Elizabeth Lawton