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Sydney Carter

Ankeny,IA

Summary

Upbeat teacher devoted to promoting student learning and enhancing individual potential. Skillful in directing classroom environments and enhancing student behavior through positive and forward-thinking approaches. Caring relationship-builder with analytical mindset and good decision-making skills.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Substitute Teacher K-6

Teachers On Call
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed daily classroom routines efficiently, promoting a structured environment conducive to learning.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior and consistently enforced consequences in order to maintain an orderly classroom conducive to learning.
  • Enhanced classroom management skills by implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted academic growth.

Assistant Teacher

Community United Child Care Center
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Assisted the lead teacher in daily activities such as paperwork, cleaning, and planned lessons
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.

Lead Teacher

College Community School District
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Worked with school age kids before and after school
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.

Assistant Teacher

Cedar Valley Catholic Schools
03.2019 - 01.2020
  • Worked with infants to school age children
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
  • Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served, and medications administered to children.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Assisted lead teacher in designing curriculum and instructional materials for diverse student needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, Iowa
12.2023

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2021

Skills

  • Teaching Diverse Learners
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Multi-Subject Instruction
  • Student Engagement
  • Collaborative learning
  • Classroom Management
  • Organizational abilities
  • Classroom Organization

Certification

  • K-6 Elementary Classroom Teaching License
  • Mandatory Child Abuse Reporter
  • Google Certified Educator
  • First Aid/CPR
  • DHS training

Student Teaching

Orchard Hill Elementary, Cedar Falls, IA. Aug 2023-Oct 2023

Fifth Grade

Cooperating Teacher: Beth Bobledyk

  • Managed classroom strategically, ensuring preparedness for learning
  • Integrated digital tools in lessons, enhancing learning efficiency
  • Aligned lesson plans with state standards, catering to diverse student needs
  • Fostered a nurturing learning environment, promoting student participation
  • Worked with Special Education consultant to tailor behavior plans
  • Analyzed student progress in PLC groups, tailoring strategic learning enhancements.
  • Increased student participation through interactive learning strategies.
  • Collaborated with special ed to customize learning, enhancing student success.
  • Monitored student progress with precision, adapting methods for optimal learning.
  • Devised unique behavior management strategies, significantly improving classroom harmony.


Pineview Elementary , Iowa Falls, IA. Oct 2023-Dec 2023

Kindergarten

Cooperating Teacher: Michelle Bridgewater

  • Fostered a nurturing environment for kindergarten growth, enhancing learning outcomes.
  • Implemented creative teaching strategies, boosting student engagement and participation.
  • Provided personalized support to students, ensuring academic and social development.
  • Monitored student progress with meticulous attention, adapting lessons to meet diverse needs.
  • Pioneered a collaborative learning model, significantly improving peer-to-peer interactions.
  • Established a feedback system for continuous improvement, fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Elevated student success by innovating teaching methods tailored to individual needs.
  • Strengthened social skills among students, nurturing a positive classroom atmosphere.
  • Introduced technology in learning, enhancing interactive education and digital literacy.
  • Tracked and analyzed student performance data to inform targeted teaching strategies.

Timeline

Substitute Teacher K-6

Teachers On Call
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Community United Child Care Center
01.2021 - 05.2023

Lead Teacher

College Community School District
01.2020 - 01.2021

Assistant Teacher

Cedar Valley Catholic Schools
03.2019 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

University of Northern Iowa

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Kirkwood Community College

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