SYDNI SCHWARTZ
Deerfield
Summary
Committed Elementary Educator with a Master of Education and dual teaching licenses in Illinois and Montana. Experienced in whole-class instruction, Tier 3 intervention, and differentiated learning, complemented by three years as an Instructional Assistant. Skilled in fostering inclusive classrooms and building strong relationships with families while leading youth programs and supporting student development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Director
Park District of Highland Park
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Managed behavioral challenges while creating a safe, inclusive environment.
- Supervised, mentored, and evaluated counselors to enhance team effectiveness and support camper development.
- Planned programming, field trips, and logistics to ensure engaging and safe experiences for campers.
- Directed a summer program serving approximately 50 middle school campers.
- Managed behavioral challenges to foster a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
Student Teacher
Shabonee Elementary School | Northbrook School District 27
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Served as the lead teacher in a fifth-grade classroom during student teaching.
- Planned and delivered comprehensive instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with Illinois Learning Standards.
- Assessed student learning through diverse classroom assignments, quizzes, tests, and formative assessments to inform instructional adjustments.
- Differentiated instruction to support diverse learners.
- Collaborated with teachers and support staff to foster an inclusive classroom environment that supports diverse learning needs.
Instructional Assistant
Shabonee Elementary School
04.2023 - 05.2026
- Planned and taught engaging small-group lessons while frequently providing whole-class instruction.
- Planned and taught engaging small-group lessons, enhancing understanding during whole-class instruction.
- Used assessment data to monitor student progress and adjust instruction.
- Monitored student progress using assessment data to tailor instruction for individual learning needs.
- Collaborated with teachers, specialists, and families.
- Fostered positive classroom environment by building relationships and implementing effective behavior support strategies.
Professional Nanny
406 Nannies
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered personalized care to children in a nurturing environment.
- Organized engaging educational and recreational activities to promote skill development.
- Fostered trusting relationships with children and families to enhance communication and support.
Assistant Camp Director
Park District of Highland Park
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed summer activity calendar, organized field trips, and planned special events to enhance camper engagement.
- Coordinated vendors and supplies, managing daily operations to ensure smooth program execution.
- Created the summer activity calendar, field trips, and special events.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to improve student interactions. and family communication.
Case Manager
Children's Home & Aid
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed cases for children and families to ensure comprehensive support and well-being.
- Conducted home visits to evaluate child safety and identify necessary interventions.
- Collaborated with schools, healthcare providers, legal professionals, and community agencies.
- Managed cases involving children and families.
- Promoted children's safety through advocacy efforts.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
National Louis University
Wheeling, IL05-2026
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)
Chicago05-2018
Skills
- Program Development
- Curriculum Design
- Lesson Planning & Differentiation
- Crisis Management
- Classroom Management
- English Learner Support
- Activity Evaluation
- Family engagement
- Team Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
Certification
- Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL)
- Montana Educator License
- DCFS Mandated Reporter Training
Timeline
Camp Director
Park District of Highland Park
06.2026 - 08.2026
Student Teacher
Shabonee Elementary School | Northbrook School District 27
01.2026 - 05.2026
Professional Nanny
406 Nannies
06.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Camp Director
Park District of Highland Park
06.2023 - 08.2024
Instructional Assistant
Shabonee Elementary School
04.2023 - 05.2026
Case Manager
Children's Home & Aid
01.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Arts - Elementary School Teaching
National Louis University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)