Lydia Roder
Cobleskill
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Jefferson Central School, adept in project-based life skills learning, and VEX Robotics. Skilled in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and an array of other software applications. Comfortable working with students of all ages and different skill levels to boost educational success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor
Cobleskill Village Pool
Cobleskill
06.2024 - Current
- Maintains certification in CPR, First Aid, and Lifeguarding, available via Red Cross search.
- Teaches swim lessons to individuals of various ages (6 months to adult), and skill levels.
- Ensures the safety of swimmers and patrons.
Family and Consumer Sciences / Robotics Teacher
Jefferson Central School
Jefferson
01.2023 - Current
- Experience teaching both Family and Consumer Sciences and VEX Robotics to students in grades K-12, with a focus on hands-on, project-based learning.
- In FACS, students of all ages build essential life skills such as cooking, budgeting, citizenship and self-awareness.
- Using VEX robotics, students are challanged to design, code, and problem-solve using age appropriate VEX platforms, including participation in competitive VEX Robotics events.
Virtual Tutor
ONC BOCES
Grand Gorge
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Online tutor for students experiencing a lapse in traditional education, coordinated through ONC BOCES.
- Providing both short- and long-term academic support across various subjects, helping students stay on track with in person coursework to create a seamless transition between in person and virtual learning.
Mathematics Teacher
Oneonta Job Corps
Oneonta
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided math instruction for students ages 16–26, supporting learners with a wide range of academic abilities, life experiences, and educational backgrounds.
- Designed and adapted lessons to meet diverse skill levels, including students with significant learning gaps, or interrupted schooling.
Teaching Assistant
Little Lukes
Dewitt
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Supported classrooms serving children from 6 weeks to 5 years old, as a floating teaching assistant in a daycare and preschool setting.
- Provided targeted support for preschool-aged students with special education needs, following individualized plans, and teacher guidance.
- Assisted lead teachers with classroom routines, instructional activities, and supervision.
- Served as a receptionist as needed, managing family payments, maintaining accurate records, coordinating child pick-up and dismissal procedures, and serving as a point of contact for families and staff.
Education
Master of Arts - Educational Technology and Learning Design
SUNY Empire
Saratoga, NY12.2025
Graduate Certificate - STEM Education
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NY08-2025
Bachelors of Science - Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education
SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta, NY05.2023
High School Diploma -
Cicero North Syracuse High School
Cicero, NY06-2019
Skills
- Bookkeeping for multiple organizations
- Handling and creating purchase orders
- Use of Crafting and slicer software
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspace
- Schedule coordination
Timeline
Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor
Cobleskill Village Pool
06.2024 - Current
Virtual Tutor
ONC BOCES
03.2024 - 08.2025
Mathematics Teacher
Oneonta Job Corps
06.2023 - 08.2023
Family and Consumer Sciences / Robotics Teacher
Jefferson Central School
01.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Little Lukes
12.2020 - 01.2023
Master of Arts - Educational Technology and Learning Design
SUNY Empire
Graduate Certificate - STEM Education
SUNY Empire State College
Bachelors of Science - Education in Family and Consumer Sciences Education
SUNY Oneonta
High School Diploma -
Cicero North Syracuse High School