- Early Childhood Behavior Intervention
- Applied Behavior Analysis in Educational Settings
- Prevention and Reduction of Challenging Behaviors
- Social-Emotional Skill Development
- Research Translation into Classroom Practice
- Early Identification and Intervention Strategies
- Behavioral Data Collection and Progress Monitoring
- Evidence-Based Support for Neurodiverse Learners
- Continuous Professional Learning and Educational Research
- Educational Psychology Research
Sydney Miller
Queensbury,NY
Summary
Dedicated educator with experience as an elementary substitute and preschool teacher, skilled in developing engaging lesson plans and fostering nurturing learning environments. Experienced in supporting child development through adaptive teaching strategies, effective parent communication, and individualized behavioral support. Passionate about promoting emotional regulation and social-emotional development while implementing research-based practice. Holds a bachelor's degree in Psychology with minors in Criminal Justice and Education and is currently seeking to pursuing a master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher and Preschool Teacher
Annie Moniz
Wilton, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for toddler curriculum.
- Created a study for the creative curriculum using the teaching strategies website and editing an already existing study to create a month of lesson plans for a topic on birds
- Fostered a nurturing and safe learning environment for children's growth.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss developmental progress and address concerns.
- Completed individual evaluations for students ages 2-4 using the Ounce scale and GOLD assessment
- Organized engaging activities that promoted social, emotional, and cognitive skills.
- Worked closely with individuals having speech delays and used sign language to assist their ability to communicate
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, behavior incidents, and academic progress, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with school policies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Integrated sensory-based activities to encourage fine motor skill development and hands-on learning experiences.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues and administration on various initiatives and projects.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and classroom effectiveness.
Substitute Teacher
Joby Gifford
Rotterdam, NY
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Assisted in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum standards and objectives.
- Adapted quickly to new classroom settings, demonstrating flexibility in teaching methods and strategies.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
Waitress
Robin Chiaravallae
Lake George, NY
07.2020 - 08.2024
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction and retention.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently in a high-paced environment, ensuring timely order delivery.
- Trained new staff on menu offerings and restaurant protocols to maintain service quality.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes, improving overall workflow.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/ Education And Criminal Justice Minor
Siena College
Loudonville, NY05-2025
Skills
- Child-centered approach
- Adaptive teaching strategies
- Observation and assessment
- Parent-teacher communication
- Curriculum planning
- Lesson implementation
- Progress reporting
- Potty training assistance
- Strong work ethic
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Accurate record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior modeling
- Behavior management techniques
Interests
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher and Preschool Teacher
Annie Moniz
08.2025 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Joby Gifford
02.2025 - 06.2025
Waitress
Robin Chiaravallae
07.2020 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology/ Education And Criminal Justice Minor
Siena College
Completed Trainings
Have completed nine trainings for early childhood care accumulating 24 hours spent in the following courses; Supervision of Children, Facilitated PMC Infant Toddler E-Mod - M6: Promoting Positive Peer Interactions, Facilitate PMC Infant Toddler E-Mod - M7: Individualized Teaching, Facilitated PMC Infant Toddler E-Mod - M4: Understanding Behavior, Facilitated PMC Infant Toddler E-Mod - M5: Teaching About Feelings, Supporting Language Development: Birth to 5, Obesity Prevention, Getting Started with Studies for Twos, and Foundations in Health and Safety e-Learning. Additionally, have recieved New York State Pyramid Model trainings including private, personalized sessions and actively aim to complete more training courses.