Sydney Horning

Address: 119 Guerrero Ct. Solana Beach CA 92075 Phone: (760)-807-3164 Email: SHorning@sandiego.edu
Core Strengths & Qualifications

Experience developing creative lessons and integrating Art into the curriculum
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Products
Strong management and highly organized classroom
Selected to be a part of Clarks Academic Excellence program based on exemplifying leadership

Experience
Student Teacher, Stella Maris Academy, La Jolla, CA
2016
Taught Math lessons in a third grade classroom that implemented Common Core Standards
Conferenced with students on independent reading and set goals for students, with an emphasis on ELL students
Student Teacher, Jefferson Elementary, North Park, CA
2015
Taught lessons on reading and reading comprehension in a Kindergarten classroom that implemented the STEAM Program
Nanny, San Diego, CA
2014- 2016
Provided consistent primary care that included daily living needs and planned creative activities through Art
Created a positive and nurturing environment while documenting the childs daily activities for the parents
Teacher, The Kids Bay Learning Center, San Diego, CA
2014
Provided daily care for twelve infants by feeding, changing diapers, and coordinating naps with playtime
Promoted cooperative behavior and team efforts by working collaboratively with colleagues
Encouraged an environment for creative excellence by initiating and enhancing the Art programs
Playspace Activity Leader, Horizons for Homeless Children, Worcester, MA
2012- 2013
Volunteered weekly for a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of young homeless children and their families
by ensuring that they are prepared for school success
Supervised and led activities for children between the ages varying from infants to eight years old weekly
Displayed a strong ability to lead and direct through activities including: reading, arts and crafts, and games for the children
Sports Coordinator, Unified Sports Special Olympics, Massachusetts, Worcester, MA
Participated in sports and games for children with special needs at the Special Olympics
Led activities and sports games for kids with special needs every Saturday

2012- 2013

Teacher Assistant, Woodland Academy, Worcester, MA

Co-taught and developed daily lessons for preschool and first grade while establishing daily routines and practices
Maintained a positive classroom environment

2011- 2013

Teacher Assistant, Goddard School of Science and Technology Worcester, MA

2011-2013
Supported special needs students in third grade, fourth grade, fifth grade and six grade one-on-one in writing, reading
comprehension, and math
Assisted students in reaching new levels of skills, knowledge and attitudes
Site Coordinator/Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters Site Coordinator Internship
2009-2013
Acted as a role model and mentor for a child in need
Organized weekly and monthly meetings for the staff and implemented a goal oriented vision
Collected and reviewed evaluations on how successful individual Big Brother Big Sister matches were
Planned and executed educational activities such as: field trips for the children, tutoring, mentoring, facilitating arts and crafts,
playing sports and games
Education
University of San Diego, San Diego, CA
Master in Education with a California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential

Expected 2017

Mira Costa Community College, San Diego, CA

Additional Early Childhood Education units completed

2014

Clark University, Worcester, MA

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a minor in Education

2013