Taylor Brown
Burlington,VT
Summary
I am a proactive and dedicated college student at Champlain college. Throughout my life, I have demonstrated a strong passion for assisting children with special needs. I have actively volunteered and organized events through the Buddies program for the past four years, culminating in my appointment as president during my senior year. In my leisure time, I engage in various activities such as skating, snowboarding, and shopping for vintage clothing. I aspire to merge my love for snowboarding with my desire to support children with special needs in experiencing and enjoying the sport.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP(direct support professional)
Coaching for Independence
Flemington, United States
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to supervisors promptly.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and incidents.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
co-president
Delval Buddies
Frenchtown, United States
09.2021 - 06.2025
- joined the Buddies Program at Del Val High School for four years.
- Demonstrated dedication and passion for working with special needs children through program involvement
- served as President during my senior year, helping to lead the program and train new student volunteers.
- Committed to ongoing involvement and volunteer work in the field of special needs assistance.
Tube Dispatcher
Bucks County River Country
Point Pleasant, United States
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Acquired hands-on experience at a river tubing company during the summer of 2024, gaining insight into various facets of operations including parking management, customer assistance, and overall business administration
- Assisted in ensuring a seamless customer experience by facilitating river access and providing support as needed
- Developed strong hospitality skills through interaction with diverse personalities, enhancing customer satisfaction and overall business success.
Camp Counselor
Riegel Ridge Summer Camp
Holland Township, United States
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised and led activities for large groups of children ages 6-12 at Riegel Ridge summer camp for two consecutive summers
- Ensured a positive and engaging summer experience by effectively managing diverse personalities and addressing individual needs
- Developed strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills through hands-on experience in a fast-paced and dynamic camp environment
Education
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley Regional High School
Frenchtown, NJ06-2025
Skills
- Customer service
- Leadership development
- Team collaboration
- Direct support services
- Activity planning
- Client documentation
- Communication skills
Volunteer Experience
co-president, Delval Buddies, 09/2021, PRESENT, Frenchtown, NJ, Joined the Buddies Program at Del Val High School for 4 years., Demonstrated dedication and passion for working with special needs children through program involvement., Served as Co-President during my senior year, helping to lead the program and train new student volunteers., Committed to ongoing involvement and volunteer work in the field of special needs assistance.
Accomplishments
- obtained unsung hero award in 2025 for dedication to Del Val Buddies program.
Certification
- cpr certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
DSP(direct support professional)
Coaching for Independence
06.2024 - 08.2025
Tube Dispatcher
Bucks County River Country
06.2024 - 08.2024
Camp Counselor
Riegel Ridge Summer Camp
06.2022 - 08.2023
co-president
Delval Buddies
09.2021 - 06.2025
High School Diploma -
Delaware Valley Regional High School