Sydney Patrick
Manchester,PA
Summary
Passionate and dedicated educator with expertise in positive reinforcement strategies, differentiated instruction, and classroom management. Committed to fostering nurturing, inclusive learning environments for young children in urban communities, while cultivating a love for learning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Autistic Support Teacher
Central York School District
York, PA
08.2025 - Current
- Implemented behavior management strategies aligned with PBSPs to support student success and reduce challenging behaviors
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student progress and adapt instructional methods to meet individual needs
- Utilized assistive technology to enhance communication, engagement, and access to curriculum
- Collected, recorded, and analyzed data to inform instruction and monitor student progress toward IEP goals
- Maintained consistent communication with families through daily logs and progress updates
- Supported students’ functional needs, including toileting, self-care, and independence skills
- Designed and implemented individualized programming using the VB-MAPP framework (via PaTTAN) to support communication, language development, and functional skills in students with autism.
Elementary School Teacher
Mastery Charter Schools
Philadelphia, PA
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Taught Kindergarten and 2nd Grade in an urban school setting, delivering standards-aligned instruction in literacy and math
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies to foster a structured, positive learning environment
- Used data-driven instruction to assess student progress and differentiate lessons to meet diverse learning needs
- Integrated technology to enhance student engagement and support academic outcomes
- Built strong relationships with families through consistent communication and partnerships
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs in classroom settings.
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Philadelphia School District
Philadelphia, PA
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that promoted social-emotional development.
- Facilitated small group activities and one-on-one instruction to meet individual student needs
- Contributed to a positive school culture by participating in staff meetings, professional development opportunities and community outreach efforts
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education PreK-4
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05-2022
Skills
- Positive reinforcement strategies, parent teacher collaboration, classroom management, differentiated instruction, data collection, curriculum development and lesson planning within: Eureka Math, KIPP Wheatley, Saxon Phonics, Amplify ELA and Science, Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB MAPP) Fundations Wilson Language, Heggerty Literacy Instruction, Lexia and Zearn
- ClassDojo ambassador, registered behavior technician training for autism partnership foundation, relay mentor
Certification
- Pennsylvania Instructional I Certification: Special Education (PreK–12)
- Pennsylvania Instructional I Certification: Early Childhood Education (PreK–4)
Timeline
Autistic Support Teacher
Central York School District
08.2025 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Mastery Charter Schools
08.2022 - 06.2025
Student Teacher, Kindergarten
Philadelphia School District
08.2021 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Special Education
Temple University
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education PreK-4
Temple University