SYDNEY RICE
Columbus
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated early childhood educator with 5 years experience. Comprehensive knowledge in human development and behavior management. Skilled in infant care, parent communication, and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Infant Teacher
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Child Care Center
01.2021 - Current
- 5 years of experience in leading an infant classroom
- Provides age-appropriate care and services to children 6 weeks to 18 months. Designs, implements, and supervises age-appropriate curriculum, manages all classroom activities and interactions. Completes yearly assessments and conferences.
- Active member of a mentorship committee- Discusses the needs to strengthen staff engagement, gives peer support and guidance.
- Recently appointed culture coach - Partner with other staff to help shape the childcare center to be aligned with NCH core values.
Case worker
Franklin County Children Services
05.2020 - 12.2020
- Provide ongoing case management and oversight. Develop case plans based on individual needs of the families. Home visits to ensure safety and provide resources. Assist clients in obtaining, understanding, and utilizing those services. Maintain documentation and reports as required by local, state,, and federal guidelines. Make referrals and recommendations.
Shift Manager
CVS PHARMACY
05.2017 - 05.2020
- Responsible for planning and overseeing store associates, including encouraging them to meet goals in a timely manner and demonstrate professional skills. Accustomed to working in fast-paced environments and executing daily administrative duties.
School-Based Case Manager- INTERN
CHILD AND ADOLESCENCE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Worked with children in K-5th grade. Maintained electric and paper records. Responded to emergencies related to children and their families in unsafe environments and provided support or resources needed. Worked alongside other professionals to achieve a common goal and develop age-appropriate activities that can improve behaviors while at school.
Senior Mentor Program
Athens County
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Completing a 20-hour service-learning program with an older adult within Athens County. It involves one-on-one interactions to learn about the aging experience of one single individual.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child and Family Studies
Ohio University
Athens, OH05.2020
Skills
- Adaptability
- Time- Management
- CPR, First Aide, Child abuse Certified
- Team Collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Organized
Timeline
Lead Infant Teacher
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Child Care Center
01.2021 - Current
Case worker
Franklin County Children Services
05.2020 - 12.2020
School-Based Case Manager- INTERN
CHILD AND ADOLESCENCE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER
01.2020 - 03.2020
Senior Mentor Program
08.2019 - 12.2019
Shift Manager
CVS PHARMACY
05.2017 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Child and Family Studies
Ohio University