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Sydnie Nivens

Columbia,KY

Summary

Special Education Teacher equipped with positive attitude and patience vital to teaching children with special needs. Extensive experience in culturally diverse classroom settings. Ready to create innovative lesson plans and comfortable learning environments for all students.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Sales Manager

Lake Cumberland Boot Company
04.2023 - Current
  • Completed store opening and closing procedures by counting drawers and managing security.
  • Trained new associates in successful sales and performance strategies.
  • Demonstrated exemplary customer service by engaging clients on sales floor.
  • Managed sales promotions and marketing strategies on major social media sites.
  • Analyzed sales and marketing data for improved strategies.

ELS TEACHER

Magic Ears
01.2021 - 04.2023
  • Teach ELS students online using TPR and having a positive energy.
  • Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
  • Created props to use during the lesson to keep students engaged and motivated.
  • Provided feedback to each student in a timely matter to communicate with both students and parents.

CLS CAREGIVER

Michelle P. Waiver
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Assisted individual with daily living tasks such as getting dressed, brushing teeth, and making meals.
  • Assisted individual in online classes due to the Covid-19 Pandemic via zoom.
  • Worked in person to collect data and meet benchmark on IEP goals in reading, math and science.
  • Collected data and reported behavior to ABA therapist weekly.
  • Drove individual to various appointments and assisted during sessions.

SALES ASSOCIATE

Jamestown Resort and Marina
05.2018 - 09.2018
  • Ran the cash register, counting money before and after shifts.
  • Helped customers locate items throughout the store.
  • Helped clients choose the optimal size life jackets, clothes and accessories to enjoy a stress free day on the water.
  • Handled customers problems in person and also via phone calls throughout the day.

SALES ASSOCIATE

Chantilly Bridal and Formal Wear
11.2014 - 05.2016
  • Met with clients and guests before appointment to gather personal taste and ideas.
  • Kept the client and guests stress-free to curate a happy environment for all.
  • Drove sales through customer relationship building and suggestive selling techniques.
  • Received many thank you notes and cards from past clients for making this process so fun and stress-free.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Special Education MSD And LBD

University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
12-2024

Skills

  • Conflict resolution techniques
  • Communication Skills
  • Behavioral Skills Development
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Student Motivation And Engagement
  • IEP and BIP implementation
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Cognitive and behavioral development

Certification

Advanced Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Assistant Sales Manager

Lake Cumberland Boot Company
04.2023 - Current

ELS TEACHER

Magic Ears
01.2021 - 04.2023

CLS CAREGIVER

Michelle P. Waiver
08.2020 - 08.2021

SALES ASSOCIATE

Jamestown Resort and Marina
05.2018 - 09.2018

SALES ASSOCIATE

Chantilly Bridal and Formal Wear
11.2014 - 05.2016

Advanced Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Bachelor of Science - Special Education MSD And LBD

University of Kentucky
Sydnie Nivens