SYDNEY RUNYON
Lexington
Summary
Dedicated elementary education professional with hands-on experience in diverse classroom settings. Expertise in implementing effective classroom management strategies and fostering student engagement through tailored literacy support. Committed to building positive learning environments that promote academic growth and inclusive practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Caleb Meenach
Lexington
01.2016 - Current
- Supervise children in safe, engaging, and age-appropriate activities
- Coordinated daily schedules and transportation for extracurricular activities, ensuring timely arrivals and participation
- Maintained open communication with families about routines and child needs, fostering trust and collaboration
Server
Lexington Country Club
Lexington
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided attentive customer service in high-volume setting, enhancing guest satisfaction
- Coordinated with team members to streamline dining operations, improving overall service flow
- Balanced multiple tasks while upholding professional standards, contributing to team effectiveness
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky05-2026
Skills
- Child Supervision
- Personalized Care
- Child Development
- Homework Assistance
- Activity Planning
- Student Engagement
- Parent Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Time Management
- Child-friendly Apps
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certified
Practicum Experience
Rise STEM Academy for Girls, Fayette County, Kentucky, Kindergarten, Sydney Arnold, Fall 2024, Elementary Practicum for the UK Teaching Elementary Education Program, Assisted with classroom instruction and small group learning activities, Supported student engagement and classroom routines in a kindergarten setting
Pre Practicum Experience
- Hattie C. Warner Elementary, Jessamine County, Kentucky, 1, Morgan Rainwater, Spring 2023
- Brenda Cowan Elementary, Fayette County, Kentucky, PTA Meeting, Karen Joyce, Spring 2023
- The Providence Alternative School, Jessamine County, Kentucky, 9-10, 7, 8-9, Laci Hart, Kaitlin Stemmer, Gabriel Johns, Fall 2023
- Brenda Cowen Elementary, Fayette County, Kentucky, Special Education Pre-School, 2, Kindergarten, Emily Futrell, Bonnie McKay, Karin Hamm, Spring 2024
- Ashland High School, Ashland, Kentucky, 9-12, Sarah Heaberlin, Fall 2024
- Ponderosa Elementary, Boyd County, Kentucky, Physical Education, Kindergarten, Kevin Pence, Stephanie Meenach, Fall 2025
References
- Joni Meade, M.Ed., Clinical Instructor, Education Department, University of Kentucky, joni.meade@uky.edu, (859) 257-3463
- Dr. Mary C. Shake, Emeritus Supervisor, University of Kentucky Department of Curriculum and Instruction, mcshak1@uky.edu, (859) 266-2484
- Caleb Meenach, DO, Employer Reference, Lexington, Kentucky, (606) 923-9596
Student Teaching Experience
- Dixie Magnet Elementary, Fayette County, Kentucky, 4, Lindsay Wallace, Spring 2025, Assisted with classroom instruction, lesson implementation, and student engagement strategies, Supported literacy and math instruction in a fourth-grade classroom, Collaborated with mentor teacher on classroom management and instructional planning, Assisted with daily classroom management and differentiated instruction for diverse learners
- Dixie Magnet Elementary, Fayette County, Kentucky, 1, Kelli Gould, Spring 2026, Supported differentiated instruction and small group learning activities, Assisted students with foundational reading and math skills, Built positive relationships with students and families, Led small-group literacy instruction for students
Professional Development
- Child Abuse Prevention
- MAP Data & iReady
- Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS)
- Dyslexia Awareness
- English Language Learners (ELL)
- Kentucky Teacher Performance Standards (KTPS)
- PBIS Strategies
- Parent-Teacher Conference Simulation
- First-Year Teacher Panel
- Interviewing & Hiring Event — Frederick Douglass High School
Timeline
Server
Lexington Country Club
08.2020 - 08.2023
Babysitter
Caleb Meenach
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Kentucky