Sydney Olekszak
Valrico,Florida
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern Student Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
Pride Elementary School, Tampa FL
08.2023 - Current
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated standard-aligned topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to plan interdisciplinary units, promoting deeper understanding of key concepts across multiple subjects.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Teaching Assistant
Village Early Learning Center
Brandon, FL
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Supported classroom management strategies for maintaining an orderly, safe, and nurturing learning environment.
- Contributed to a positive school culture by actively participating in staff meetings, training workshops, and school-wide initiatives.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Aided in the development of sensory-based activities to help preschoolers explore their environment and learn through play.
Family Programming Attendant
Campo Family YMCA
Valrico, FL
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Facilitated interactive engagement with children through games and structured activities
- Established effective communication channels with parents
- Orchestrated and managed family events, including birthday parties and parents' night out
- Ensured a secure and enjoyable atmosphere for members
- Collaborated in the supervision and operation of youth rooms
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05.2024
Associate of Arts - Education Teacher Preparation
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05.2022
High School Diploma -
Bloomingdale High School
Valrico, FL05.2020
Community Involvement
- Volunteer- St. Andrews Methodist Church (Vacation Bible School Teacher)
- Volunteer- Feeding Tampa Bay
Timeline
Intern Student Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Village Early Learning Center
04.2021 - 07.2022
Family Programming Attendant
Campo Family YMCA
06.2019 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of South Florida
Associate of Arts - Education Teacher Preparation
Hillsborough Community College
High School Diploma -
Bloomingdale High School