Sydney Kendall
Fort Branch
Summary
Dynamic Christian educator with extensive experience at South Gibson School Corporation, specializing in differentiated instruction and project-based learning. Committed to the educational and spiritual growth of each student. Proven ability to engage students through technology-enhanced lessons and collaborative curriculum design. Skilled in building strong relationships with students and parents, fostering a positive learning environment that supports diverse educational needs.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
South Gibson School Corportation
08.2023 - Current
- Devised lesson plans reflecting student educational, cultural and language diversity.
- Established and supported positive educational environment for student learning.
- Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
- Planned learning activities that provided students with opportunities to observe, question and investigate social studies topics.
- Established and communicated clear learning objectives and expectations to students.
- Gave assignments, graded work and regularly discussed performance with students.
5th Grade Social Studies & English Teacher
South Gibson School Corporation
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Evaluated and graded students' essays, projects and exams.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design and maintain curriculum.
- Tutored students struggling with course material.
- Prepared comprehensive English curriculum for multiple classes.
- Produced engaging lesson plans and activities to help students master learning objectives.
- Supported development of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Used proven social studies teaching techniques and materials, implemented established curriculum goals and objectives and deployed materials that motivated learners.
- Implemented cross-curricular activities that combined social studies and writing
4th Grade Teacher
South Gibson School Corporation
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Taught core subjects of math, science, English, and social studies.
- Attended students' concerts, sporting events and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
Assistant Children's Ministry Director
Vertical Church
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Built, managed, and upgraded Infant-6th grade educational programs based on a Biblical foundation.
- Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - History
Oakland City University
Oakland City, IN05-2021
Skills
- Peer collaboration
- Resource utilization
- Project-based learning
- Technology-enhanced learning
- Event coordination
- Instructional material development
- Student engagement
- Student relationship building
- Differentiated instruction
Activities
Student Council Sponsor- lead Student Council sponsor, assisted students in raising over $3,500 for Riley Children's Hospital, organized events to improve school morale
Assistant Basketball Coach- assisted coaching 7th & 8th grade boys basketball
Timeline
Middle School Social Studies Teacher
South Gibson School Corportation
08.2023 - Current
5th Grade Social Studies & English Teacher
South Gibson School Corporation
08.2022 - 07.2023
4th Grade Teacher
South Gibson School Corporation
08.2021 - 07.2022
Assistant Children's Ministry Director
Vertical Church
05.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - History
Oakland City University
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