Sophia Holtsbery
Syracuse,NY
Summary
High-energy student finalizing an Inclusive Elementary and Special Education degree in the School of Education, and desiring training opportunity focused on advancing classroom abilities and building career foundation. Enthusiastic about pursuing new avenues of learning, growing professionally and building upon acquired skills. Well-organized and ready to support elementary students in developing full potential.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Teacher, First Grade
Dr Weeks Elementary School
10.2023 - Current
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices in the first grade classroom.
- Encouraged critical thinking and problem solving skills to enable students to step out of comfort zone.
- Promoted positive and productive learning environment to increase engagement and rapport with students and teachers.
- Designed lessons on for students using various teaching methods and modern classroom technologies.
Returns Associate
Marshalls
06.2022 - Current
- Unloaded, inspected and stored damaged and returned products.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate returns quickly and provide outstanding customer service.
- Distributed returned merchandise to appropriate store departments or palletized for liquidation.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade Special Education
West Genesee Intermediate School
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices for students with IEPs.
- Facilitated small group resource room activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Summer Aide
Syracuse Parks And Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Practicum Teacher, Fourth Grade
Baldwinsville Central School District
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Planned and delivered lessons covering ELA Point of View and Conceptual Math topics for fourth grade.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
Peer Mentor
The Kaufman Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported students with disabilities in college classes by taking notes, reading tests out loud, and various other accomodations.
- Shared resources, opportunities, and activities to support mentee's learning and development.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism and honoring confidentiality.
- Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
- Created individualized mentoring plans for mentees, promoting personal growth and development.
Server
Bellevue Country Club
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Practicum Teacher, First Grade
Solvay School District
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Planned and delivered lessons covering ELA, Math, and Social Studies topics following the first grade curriculum.
- Collaborated with primary classroom teacher to develop and implement activities.
- Integrated diverse teaching strategies to support all learning types.
- Applied diverse techniques to control and improve student behavior.
Delta Tech
Delta Sonic Car Wash Systems
04.2019 - 08.2020
- Achieved customer satisfaction by providing high-quality professional service.
- Delivered high-quality car wash services using high-pressure washers, vacuums and detailing tools.
Front Salesperson
Lyncourt Bakery
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Worked to build relationships with customers and built potential for additional sales.
- Engaged customers in social conversations to create pleasant and easy experience.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY06.2024
High School Diploma -
Henninger High School
Syracuse, NY06.2020
Skills
- Classroom Management
- Student Engagement
- Group Instruction
- Technology Integration
- Teacher Support
- Lesson Plan Development
Timeline
Student Teacher, First Grade
Dr Weeks Elementary School
10.2023 - Current
Student Teacher, Sixth Grade Special Education
West Genesee Intermediate School
08.2023 - 10.2023
Practicum Teacher, Fourth Grade
Baldwinsville Central School District
02.2023 - 05.2023
Returns Associate
Marshalls
06.2022 - Current
Summer Aide
Syracuse Parks And Recreation
06.2022 - 08.2023
Peer Mentor
The Kaufman Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Server
Bellevue Country Club
05.2021 - 09.2021
Practicum Teacher, First Grade
Solvay School District
02.2021 - 05.2021
Delta Tech
Delta Sonic Car Wash Systems
04.2019 - 08.2020
Front Salesperson
Lyncourt Bakery
06.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Education
Syracuse University
High School Diploma -
Henninger High School
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