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Education
Skills
Certification
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Groups
Accomplishments
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John Lawson

Springfield,MO

Summary

Motivated student working toward Bachelors in History Education. Possess experience in Leadership and Sales. Proven success working within fast-paced, collaborative settings.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Teacher's Assistant

Tutor

Intern

Downtown Festival/Event Worker

Its All About Downtown
05.2021 - Current
  • Hired to help set up, take down, run, work, and plan events in downtown Springfield.
  • Run through the city government.
  • Work anytime there was/is an event since 2021

Crew Member

Hardee's
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Cook/prepare/hand out food
  • Practice customer service
  • Clean and sanitize dining and working areas
  • Take orders

High School Internship

Sam's Club
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Taught most floor responsibilities
  • Stocking
  • Self Checkout
  • Fresh Market
  • Customer Service Desk
  • Cashiering
  • Curbside pickup

Firework Tent

06.2022 - 07.2023
  • Set up, work, and take down firework tents across greater Springfield area.
  • Skills Learned/Applied
  • Customer Service
  • Sales
  • Stocking
  • Pricing
  • Loading/Unloading Goods

Contract Construction Worker

04.2020 - 08.2020
  • Hired to build:
  • Pool House
  • Cabin
  • Basement
  • Fence
  • Pool Drainage System

Education

Bachelor - History Education

Missouri State University
Springfield, MO
05-2029

High School Student -

Kickapoo High School
Springfield, MO
05.2025

Skills

  • Strong written communication
  • Effective organization
  • Team leadership experience
  • Customer-oriented retail sales
  • Mentoring
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Effective communication
  • Customer dining experience management
  • Effective time management
  • Team collaboration

Certification

  • Driver's License, 05/01/23, 05/01/25
  • ServSafe, 01/01/25, 01/31/25, The ServSafe Manager Certification is accredited by the American National Accreditation Board (ANAB) under the Conference for Food Protection Standards. The ServSafe Food Handler Certificate verifies basic food safety knowledge and is for individuals in food handler employee-level positions.

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Awards

  • National Forensic League Speech & Debate Special Distinction, 05/01/24, In Speech & Debate degrees recognize progress, provide motivation, and offer distinction. The Special Distinction is the 3rd highest of those out of 13 and represents an exceptional commitment and talent in the activity.
  • Acceptance into Missouri Boys State, 02/01/24, The American Legion Boys State of Missouri is an eight-day hands on experience in the operation and fundamentals of government. Missouri Boys State draws together the top 500 of Missouri's best and brightest high school juniors to help lead them down the path of individual success and leadership through 'doing,' not just learning.

Groups

Kickapoo Speech and Debate, 08/01/21, Present, Participated in speech and debate, honing skills in public speaking, critical thinking, and argumentation. Achieved recognition for effective communication, research, and persuasive presentation in competitive settings.

Accomplishments

  • Full ride scholarship won through Springfield Public Schools
  • Missouri state Boys Attendee
  • National Speech and Debate Assosiation Outstanding Distinction

Timeline

Crew Member

Hardee's
10.2023 - 04.2024

High School Internship

Sam's Club
05.2023 - 08.2023

Firework Tent

06.2022 - 07.2023

Downtown Festival/Event Worker

Its All About Downtown
05.2021 - Current

Contract Construction Worker

04.2020 - 08.2020

Teacher's Assistant

Tutor

Intern

Bachelor - History Education

Missouri State University

High School Student -

Kickapoo High School