Party Chaperone Bios

Lester

B. Keith Lester 

B. Keith Lester has been in the special education field for nearly 2 decades, supporting students in various levels as a 1:1, assistant teacher, behavior specialist, and vocational coordinator. He is currently an associate teacher in the Model Asperger Program at the Ivymount School where he teaches social skills. In his spare time, Lester (he likes to simply be called by his last name) enjoys eating pizza, watching sports on television, complaining about his favorite team (Dallas Cowboys), and privately teaching social skills as well as being an Employment Training Specialist for Young & Well. 

JH

Jamil Hounshell

With over 15 years in the special education field, Jamil Hounshell or Mr. H., has made it his mission to help children progress in all areas of development – academic, social, language, and motor. His 13 years at the Ivymount School jump started him into the next phase of his career – adult service provider. As a direct support professional for SEEC (Seeking Employment, Equality, and Community for People with Developmental Disabilities), Mr. H. heads a team of colleagues who are responsible for the crucial task of giving their clients the opportunity to maximize their potential. 

Courtney Williams

Courtney Williams has been volunteering as an Emergency Medical Technician for over 4 years. She has worked with with children on the spectrum for 10 years and also has a son with  Autism. She has Healthcare provider CPR certification and currently volunteers at a Fire Department Station in Anne Arundel County.