Sydney Rickels

2417 County Rd. D61

Bernard, IA 52032
(563) 513-1246
sydrickels@hotmail.com

EDUCATION
Loras College, Aug. 2015- May 2019
Dubuque, IA
B.A. Elementary Education Candidate (Expected graduation, May 2019)
Licensure: Elementary Education
Endorsement: Reading K-8

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
STUDENT TEACHING, Jan. 2019- May 2019
Kennedy Elementary School, 1st Grade, Dubuque, IA
● Designed and taught lessons within multiple subject areas using Iowa and Common Core, Lead
21, Trailblazers, and other educational tools
● Implemented differentiated instruction to ensure all students received a quality education
● Utilized behavior management strategies to maintain focus and student learning
● Participated in weekly meetings among the entire staff body to discuss developments, strategies,
and achievements within school’s classrooms
CLINICAL, Aug. 2018- Dec. 2018
St. Columbkille Elementary School, 3rd Grade, Dubuque, IA
● Designed and implemented four lessons in reading, math, and social studies using the Iowa Core
standards
● Modified my lessons to accommodate all students
● Worked intensively with small groups to promote growth in reading and writing

WORK EXPERIENCE
AQUIN LITTLE ANGELS EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER, Cascade, IA
Assistant Teacher, May 2017- Present
● Prepare and administer appropriate activities for children of different ages and abilities
● Maintain a cheerful atmosphere to encourage positive learning, growth, and development
● Collaborate with colleagues to provide quality care for all children
● Adhere to state regulations to ensure the safety of all individuals within the center

FROG HOLLOW KID CAMPUS, Dubuque, IA

Assistant Teacher, Jan. 2016- May 2017
● Same as above

CHILDREN’S HOUSE MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL, Peosta, IA

Camp Counselor, June 2009- June 2014
● Monitored groups of 25+ children as they participated in outdoor activities
● Collaborated with colleagues and coordinators to establish and maintain rules, safety regulations,
and appropriate methods of solving any issues that arose, such as bullying
● Maintained a cheerful attitude to ensure each child had a positive camp experience
● Made sure to engage all children and watch for those who needed extra support

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
● Excellent with children
● Certified CPR and First Aid
● Microsoft Office
● Modern classroom technology and apps
● Organization and time management

REFERENCES
References available upon request