Holly Gustafson
Spencertown,NY
Summary
Accomplished Direct Support Professional at Aim Services Inc., adept in personal care and life skills training. Excelled in fostering client relationships and ensuring safety, as demonstrated by a 100% safe transport record as a School Bus Driver. Proven ability to manage operations and enhance guest satisfaction as an Inn Keeper.
Certified Teaching Assistant 09/01/04 Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
SDS Direct Support Professional
Aim Services Inc.
Saratoga Spings, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to an individual with daily activities such as personal care and meal preparation and reminders to wear glasses and hearing aids.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with client and loved ones.
School Bus Driver
Chatham Central School District
Chatham, New York
10.2020 - Current
- Transporting special needs students safely to and from school using designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure bus safety.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced safety rules during transit, with the help of a bus attendant.
Inn Keeper
The Country Suite Bed & Breakfast
Spencertown, New York
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed daily operations of a charming bed and breakfast for guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated room bookings and guest check-ins to ensure smooth arrivals.
- Managed reservations including taking bookings, confirming availability and updating records.
- Greeted guests, checked them in and out of the Inn.
Teaching Assistant
Questar 111 BOCES
Castleton on Hudson, NY
09.2002 - 06.2006
Assistant Teacher in Aim Classroom 6:1:2, a self-contained classroom with nonverbal students
- Provided individualized support to students during instructional activities.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to support students' needs.
- Provided one-on-one support for special needs students.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NYSkills
- Personal care
- Effective communication
- Life skills training
- Client support
- Active listening
- Charting and documentation
Certification
University of the State Of New York
Public School Teacher Certificate
Teaching Assistant 09/01/04 "Continuing"
Timeline
SDS Direct Support Professional
Aim Services Inc.
01.2024 - Current
School Bus Driver
Chatham Central School District
10.2020 - Current
Inn Keeper
The Country Suite Bed & Breakfast
03.2018 - 01.2020
Teaching Assistant
Questar 111 BOCES
09.2002 - 06.2006
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education
Hudson Valley Community College