Sydnie Russo
Pomona,CA
Summary
Innovative engineering student with a solid foundation in theoretical and practical applications of mechanical, electrical, and computer systems. Possess strong analytical, problem solving skills paired with hands on experience from clubs and academic projects.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Paraeducator
Apple Valley School District
Apple Valley, California
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Substitute paraprofessional, teachers assistant, and student guidance.
- Ensured students behavior to follow academic expectations while assisting struggling scholars in all subjects.
- Assisted educators in all areas of the classroom including lesson planning, grading, and provide a responsible set of eyes to ensure the safety of all students.
- Delivered personalized methods of teaching to students with learning disabilities.
- Tutor for students in afterschool programs finding difficulty in their studies.
Telescope Operator
Luz Observatory
Apple Valley, California
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Proper telescope startup and shutdown ensuring the quality and condition of telescope.
- Operated at school district STEM nights, sharing knowledge about the mechanics and programming of telescope, answering questions about the universe, educating students on proper viewing standards, and regularly attending staff meetings on operations to ensure viewing is enjoyable for everyone.
- Presented astronomy related presentations.
- Qualified level 3 operator, level 2, and level 1, with certificates of completion.
- Participant in research projects such as calculating star distance using mathematical skills.
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
Victorville, California
08.2021 - 09.2023
- Trained newly hired staff.
- Social media and publicity manager to ensure updated sales information to guests.
- Hosted and organized book clubs for the community over topics such as fiction, nonfiction, and philosophy.
- Trained in all areas of store including restaurant area, receiving bay, and sales floor.
- Regular host of children's story time with educational theme and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05-2028
Associates Degree - Mathematics, Science Technology, Eng & Math
Victor Valley College
05.2025
Skills
- Computational skills
- Mathematical skills
- Utilizing mathematical formulas
- Recording and analyzing data
- Behavior modeling
- Classroom management
- Lesson plan creation
- MS Teams
- TheSky 64
- MATLAB
- Solidworks
Research and Projects
- Rocket Powered Lander Skills Acceleration Program Rocket Project
- Aeronautics Air Propulsion Wind Tunnel Test
- Aeronautics Air Propulsion Remote Control Flight Test
Accomplishments
- Most helped guests in one night at Luz Observatory
- Maximizing Engineering Experience Cohort Membership
Certification
- Level 1 Telescope Operator Certification
- Level 2 Telescope Operator Certification
- Level 3 Telescope Operator Certification
Timeline
Substitute Paraeducator
Apple Valley School District
12.2023 - 05.2025
Telescope Operator
Luz Observatory
09.2023 - 05.2025
Bookseller
Barnes & Noble
08.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Associates Degree - Mathematics, Science Technology, Eng & Math
Victor Valley College