Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Commissions
Exhibitions
Awards
Certification
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SYDNEY ERICKSON

Soldotna,AK

Summary

I am a local Alaskan artist who is inspired to create peaces that capture the beauty in the state in which I live. I am dedicated to producing high quality work with an eye for detail, and professionalism. I strive for good communication, integrity, time management, and customer satisfaction.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Elementary Art Teacher

Cook Inlet Academy
Soldotna , AK
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to teach art concepts such as perspective, color theory, drawing, painting and sculpting.
  • Created engaging activities for students to explore their creativity through art projects.
  • Encouraged students to think critically about artwork and discuss its meaning or purpose.
  • Provided individual instruction and feedback on student's work.
  • Demonstrated techniques in a variety of mediums.
  • Assessed student progress by administering tests, quizzes and assignments.
  • Enforced school rules in order to maintain an orderly learning environment.

Private Art Instructor

Connections Home School Program
Soldotna , AK
01.2024 - Current
  • Created lesson plans to teach basic artistic principles such as color theory, composition, perspective and design.
  • Demonstrated proper use of materials and tools while instructing students in the studio.
  • Monitored individual student performance and provided feedback to enhance their learning experience.
  • Motivated students by setting achievable goals that challenged them to think outside the box.
  • Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Instructed students on proper care and use of art tools and equipment.

Substitute Teacher K-12

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
Soldotna , AK
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted with classroom instruction, following lesson plans and providing additional support to students.
  • Provided feedback to teachers on student behavior and performance in the classroom.
  • Monitored classrooms, ensuring that all students were safe and adhering to school rules.
  • Assisted with classroom management issues when needed.
  • Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.

Dinning Room Head (Operation Heal Our Patriots)

Samaritans Purse
Port Alsworth, AK
05.2019 - 09.2023
  • Dealt with guests issues for servers, consistently upholding professionalism and calmness to maintain customer satisfaction
  • Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests
  • Communicated with guests, Lodge staff, and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve guests
  • Learned emergency protocols to enhance guests ets and worker safety
  • Satisfied guests by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items
  • Receive yearly training regarding PTSD trauma awareness and response, as well as several other combat related injuries.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Food Truck Worker

Samaritans Purse
  • Broke down, cleaned and sanitized work stations at end of shift
  • Prepared and built food items according to standardized recipes and directions
  • Adhered to company safety policies and procedures regarding proper food safety and sanitation
  • Followed production list provided by supervisor
  • Properly stored food by adhering to food safety policies and procedures
  • Set up work stations, prep tables, service counters and steam tables
  • Counted and managed inventory of frozen, baked, canned, dried and pasteurized products
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Studio Art) -

Liberty University

Skills

  • 2D design with a focus in pen and ink drawing, and Water color
  • Art Composition
  • Traditional Fine Art Skills
  • Mural and Scenic Art Creation
  • Art Exhibitions
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Artistic Design
  • Line and Space Control

Commissions

  • Sticker commissions for the King Kone ( Soldotna Ak)
  • Classroom painting commissions
  • Painted murals for Cook Inlet Academy (Soldotna Ak)

Exhibitions

  • Liberty University Art Display
  • Liberty University Library
  • Liberty University Market Place
  • The King Kone (Soldotna AK)

Awards

Third place winner in 3D design in Liberty University's Research Week 2022

Certification

  • American Red Cross course:Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Online
  • Alaska Food Workers Card

Timeline

Elementary Art Teacher

Cook Inlet Academy
01.2024 - Current

Private Art Instructor

Connections Home School Program
01.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher K-12

Kenai Peninsula Borough School District
01.2024 - Current

Dinning Room Head (Operation Heal Our Patriots)

Samaritans Purse
05.2019 - 09.2023

Food Truck Worker

Samaritans Purse

Bachelor of Fine Arts (Studio Art) -

Liberty University
SYDNEY ERICKSON