Lawrence Macdonald
Logan,UT
Summary
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature, and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Creative planner with gifts for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.
A counseling professional with hands-on experience in educational environments. Proven ability to support students' emotional and academic well-being. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability, fostering a supportive counseling atmosphere. Proficient in crisis intervention and student advocacy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
School Counselor Intern
Box Elder School District
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Developed strong relationships with students and families through consistent communication and rapportbuilding.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to continuously improve the effectiveness of the school counseling program.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessment tools, using results to guide future interventions and counseling strategies.
- Provided crisis intervention services to students facing mental health concerns or other emergencies, ensuring their safety and wellbeing.
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Houston
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with children of varying ages, interest, skills, and developmental levels.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Managed daily operations of camp programs, ensuring smooth transitions between activities and maintaining participant engagement throughout the day.
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of camp activities.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
Child Development Specialist
Weekday Learning Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Curriculum Development: Designed age-appropriate gym activities and lesson plans tailored to infants up to 12 years children, focusing on developmentally appropriate movement and coordination skills
- Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all gym equipment is safe, clean, and in good working condition
- Regularly inspect and maintain gym equipment to prevent accidents or injuries
- Demonstration and Instruction: Demonstrate exercises and activities for children and provide clear instructions on how to perform them safely
- Adapt instructions and demonstrations to suit the age and abilities of each child
- Supervision: Supervise children during gym activities to ensure their safety and well-being
- Maintain a safe and inclusive environment, intervening as needed to prevent conflicts or accidents
- Individualized Support: Provide individualized support and encouragement to children who may need extra assistance or accommodations during gym activities
- Adapt activities to meet the needs of children with diverse abilities or developmental challenges
- Collaboration with Teachers: Collaborate with preschool teachers to integrate gym activities into the overall curriculum and promote cross-disciplinary learning experiences
- Communicate regularly with teachers to align gym activities with classroom goals and objectives
Child Development Specialist
YMCA
06.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed level-appropriate lessons and activities to support skill-building needs
- Provided community resources and education to families to increase knowledge and advocacy skills
- Communicated respectfully and thoughtfully with parents and guardians by remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needs
Movie Theater Employee
Marcus Theaters
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Communicated building deficiencies, security concerns, or safety issues to the supervisor
- Assisted theater vendors with necessary setup tasks
- Monitored and kept emergency exit pathways clear and accessible during the show
- Assisted guests with special needs and helped with seat accommodations
- Maintained lobby, hallway, and auditorium cleanliness using various sanitation practices
- Directed patrons to specific venue locations, restrooms, and will-call windows
- Scanned patrons' tickets, reported invalid tickets to the supervisor and assisted patrons with assigned seats
- Welcomed guests to the theater with a friendly demeanor and smile and directed them to screening rooms
- Greeted customers with a smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service
- Provided customer service by selling tickets and merchandise, answering questions, and distributing programs
- Directed ticket holders to seats and facility locations
Christian Missionary
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Gave talks in multiple venues about Latter Day Saint religion to promote faith, compassion and encourage volunteerism
- Proselytized people and imparted knowledge of faith using strong public speaking and one-on-one discussions
- Wrote and distributed accessible literature about to educate community on Latter Day Saint religion
- Trained new missionaries on effectively interacting and communicating with members of local communities who were interested in ways they could enhance their life
- Led groups of 50 volunteers on community service missions through rural and suburban areas to preach, educate on teachings and that promoted well-being through addressing spiritual concerns
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment
- Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, IDMaster of Science - Social Work
Utah State University
Logan, UT04-2026
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04-2024
High School Diploma -
O'Fallon Township High School
O'Fallon, IL05.2017
Skills
- Patron Relations
- Facility Cleaning
- Problem Sensitivity
- Problem Solving
- Guest Seating
- Customer Requests
- Customer Queries and Response
- Decision Making
- Class Activity Oversight
- Imaginative Play-Based Learning
- Infant Care and Feeding
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Safety Monitoring and Management
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Caring and Responsible
- Creative Thinking
- Individual and Group Care
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Honest and Ethical
- Client Service
- Relationship Development
- Positive Attitude and Energetic
- Reporting skills
- Counseling proficiency
- Spiritual guidance
- Public speaking
- Public outreach
- Active Listening
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Parent and staff training
Timeline
School Counselor Intern
Box Elder School District
08.2024 - 04.2025
Summer Camp Counselor
YMCA Of Greater Houston
04.2024 - 08.2024
Child Development Specialist
Weekday Learning Center
05.2023 - 08.2023
Child Development Specialist
YMCA
06.2021 - 12.2021
Movie Theater Employee
Marcus Theaters
10.2019 - 03.2020
Christian Missionary
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
08.2017 - 08.2019
No Degree - Psychology
Brigham Young University - Idaho
High School Diploma -
O'Fallon Township High School
Master of Science - Social Work
Utah State University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
Brigham Young University
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