Lindsay Lawson
Sarnia,ON
Summary
Dedicated and mindful Educator offers passionate and informed support for students and staff. Experienced interpersonal communicator addresses unique queries within educational settings and accommodates staff curriculum requirements.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant
St. Clair Catholic District School Board
Sarnia
01.2024 - Current
- Educational Assistant school board float January 2024 to June 2024. Sent to different schools daily; needed to adapt mindset to be a strong member of each school's team.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
- Feeding, changing, lifting, and transporting of students.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision making.
- Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behaviour.
Early Childhood Supervisor
YMCA
Sarnia
11.2019 - 01.2024
- Maintained accurate records of child attendance, behaviour, and development.
- Monitored health and safety of all children in the center's care.
- Responded promptly to any concerns or complaints from families or staff.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as Pathways.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant legislation including licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and equal opportunity laws.
- Provided guidance and support to staff members in order to ensure the highest quality of care for children.
- Observed and documented children to identify individuals in need of additional support and development strategies.
Custodial Worker
A&M Cleaning
Sarnia
03.2018 - 07.2021
- Reported any maintenance issues or damages immediately upon discovery.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while using chemicals for cleaning purposes.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment by sweeping. mopping, dusting, and scrubbing all areas.
- Completed assigned tasks within specified timeframe while adhering to quality standards.
- Collaborated with staff members to coordinate tasks and ensure that all areas were cleaned on schedule.
- Helped maintain a welcoming appearance in outdoor spaces by picking up litter, sweeping walkways, and tending to landscaping needs as needed.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing knowledge and expertise to help them become effective custodial workers.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sarnia, ON04.2019
Skills
- Learning Disabilities Support
- Teacher Support
- Group and individual instruction
- Autism Spectrum Support
Certification
- G Class License
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
REFERENCES
- References available upon request.
Timeline
Educational Assistant
St. Clair Catholic District School Board
01.2024 - Current
Early Childhood Supervisor
YMCA
11.2019 - 01.2024
Custodial Worker
A&M Cleaning
03.2018 - 07.2021
Diploma - Early Childhood Education
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology