Sydney Soulis
Mandan
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate elementary education professional with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. Skilled in creating engaging, student-centered lesson plans, fostering positive classroom environments, and utilizing innovative teaching strategies to support academic growth and social development. Mindful about building strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to ensure a collaborative and effective learning experience. Passionate about helping students reach their full potential and fostering a love for learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th Grade Elementary Education Instructor
Red Trail Elementary
08.2022 - Current
- Observe and evaluate student's performance, behavior, and social development
- Enhance student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities
- Evaluate and revise lesson plans and course content to facilitate and moderate classroom discussions and student-centered learning
- Keep students on task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies
- Foster relationships with students, parents, and other educators to create an environment that lets students excel
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
Girls High School Hockey Assistant Coach
Mandan Public Schools
11.2024 - Current
- Advised head coach on discipline, performance, and other decision-making areas.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps, and damage.
- Developed and implemented training drills to improve team cohesiveness and performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop and maintain team schedule and practices to enhance preparedness.
- Developed strong relationship with players to assist in reaching goals, build trust and rapport.
Girls Junior Varsity Softball Coach
Mandan, ND
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Planned and implemented practice plans to improve skills
- Communicated regularly with players and parents
- Coordinate with the head coach and other assistant coaches to devise practice drills, evaluate player strengths, and implement coaching strategies to enhance athletic performance
- Provided guidance to athletes in overcoming challenges and identifying opportunities.
- Offered constructive feedback to athletes to help reach goals.
Girls 14U Head Summer Softball Coach
Mandan, ND
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Planned and implemented practice plans to improve skills
- Communicated regularly with players and parents
- Communicate practice times and game times to parents, discussed conduct issues, and provided updates on player growth
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
Girls 12U Head Hockey Coach
Mandan, ND
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Planned and implemented practice plans to improve skills
- Communicated regularly with players and parents
- Communicate practice times and game times to parents, discussed conduct issues, and provided updates on player growth
- Educated novice hockey players in gameplay and skating.
Substitute Teacher
Bismarck Public Schools
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.
Student Teacher
Dorothy Moses Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Developed and taught TLC units in math
- Created formative and summative assessments to measure student achievement
- Planned and implemented lessons in all subject areas
- Participated in Parent-Teacher conferences and professional development activities
Volunteer Assistant Girls High School Varsity Hockey
Jamestown High School
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Planned and implemented practice plans to improve skills
Substitute Teacher
Jamestown Public Schools
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Implemented classroom management strategies for K-12 classrooms
- Differentiated instruction in whole group activities
- Taught lesson plans aligned with ND state standards
- Encouraged student participation and provided individual instruction as necessary
- Showcased creativity working with students from a variety of different backgrounds
Assistant Coach Youth Girls Softball (U18)
Jamestown, ND
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Planned and implemented practice plans to improve skills
- Communicated regularly with players and parents
Certified Direct Support Professional
Triumph Incorporated
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided care and give appropriate support for individuals with developmental disabilities
- Communicated effectively and professionally with coworkers, parents, and individuals with disabilities
- Created and achieved individual goals for children with intellectual disabilities
Certified Nursing Assistant
Missouri Slope Nursing Home
10.2018 - 12.2018
- Helped patients with direct health care needs
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, basic tasks that include bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, and moving
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Valley City State University
Valley City, ND05.2022
Skills
- Effective Team Collaboration
- Engaged Student Learning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Hands-On Learning Approach
- Multitasking
- Goal setting
- Relationship building
- Positive learning environment
- Differentiated instruction
Activities
- 3.607 GPA
- Presidents List
- Softball (freshman/sophomore years)
Certification
Athletic Coaching Certificate
Timeline
Girls High School Hockey Assistant Coach
Mandan Public Schools
11.2024 - Current
Girls 14U Head Summer Softball Coach
Mandan, ND
05.2024 - 08.2024
Girls 12U Head Hockey Coach
Mandan, ND
10.2023 - 03.2024
Girls Junior Varsity Softball Coach
Mandan, ND
03.2023 - 09.2024
4th Grade Elementary Education Instructor
Red Trail Elementary
08.2022 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Bismarck Public Schools
04.2022 - 07.2022
Student Teacher
Dorothy Moses Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Volunteer Assistant Girls High School Varsity Hockey
Jamestown High School
11.2021 - 01.2022
Substitute Teacher
Jamestown Public Schools
08.2021 - 12.2021
Assistant Coach Youth Girls Softball (U18)
Jamestown, ND
06.2020 - 08.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Missouri Slope Nursing Home
10.2018 - 12.2018
Certified Direct Support Professional
Triumph Incorporated
06.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Valley City State University
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