Irene Damiani
Norwalk
Summary
Reliable and collaborative lab assistant with strong leadership skills and hands-on experience caring for lab animals, especially rodents. Known for being responsible, quick to solve problems, more specifically within the Community Assistant role. Great at working with others to keep the job running smoothly while also being committed to maintaining high standards work safety and communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
St. Lawrence University
Canton
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Tutored Italian to introductory university students.
- Took leadership by creating weekly worksheets and lesson plans for the students to complete.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the varying needs of individual students.
- Developed positive relationships with the professor as well as the students themselves.
Laboratory Assistant
St. Lawrence University
Canton
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Performed daily care, feeding, and monitoring of laboratory rats in accordance with institutional animal care guidelines (IACUC).
- Maintained clean and sanitary living environments, including cage changes, bedding replacement, and equipment sterilization.
- Monitored animal health and behavior, documenting and reporting abnormalities to veterinary or research staff.
Community Assistant
St. Lawrence University
Canton
01.2023 - 05.2025
- Provided support to residents in resolving conflicts and addressing grievances.
- Managed emergency situations calmly and efficiently.
- Cultivated an inclusive environment that promotes respect for diversity among all members of the residential community.
- Performed daily rounds throughout residence halls to ensure compliance with established standards.
- Took leadership and responsibility by collaborating with other departments within the organization to ensure timely completion of projects (for instance, community builders and activities).
- Monitored student behavior on campus grounds and initiated appropriate disciplinary action when necessary.
Server
Oggi Gelato
Norwalk
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in accordance with health department regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
St. Lawrence University
Canton, United States05-2025
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Progress monitoring
- Collaborative teamwork
- Animal handling
- Visionary leadership
Affiliations
- Secretary of the Chi Omega Sorority from Jan 2024 until Jan 2025.
- Volunteered at a jail where we spent three hours per week spending time with inmates (playing board games, for example).
Languages
Italian
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
B1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
St. Lawrence University
09.2024 - 05.2025
Server
Oggi Gelato
05.2024 - 08.2024
Laboratory Assistant
St. Lawrence University
11.2023 - 05.2025
Community Assistant
St. Lawrence University
01.2023 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral Neuroscience
St. Lawrence University