Sydney Doherty

Teacher


Objective

To teach in a nurturing early childhood classroom.  To assist children in their exploration, discovery and expression of themselves in a way that is creative, productive, and meaningful. To provide a learning environment, where children feel safe, inspired and challenged to develop at his/her own pace. To be an active member of an elementary school where love and respect for the children, community at large and the earth is the foundation of the teaching philosophy and methodology. To maintain informative, caring and sensitive communication with parents and the surrounding community about the care and education of young children.


Profile

I am a caring and committed teacher who brings her personal and professional experiences to the classroom in a productive, creative and nurturing way. While I continue to draw from the strengths of the Montessori curriculum, I welcome more contemporary methods and materials when meeting the diverse learning styles and developmental needs of children. I see co-workers, the administration and additional staff members as essential resources to collaborate with, draw from and role model professional, loving, and healthy relationships with.


Education

  • 2004  M.Ed @ Endicott College. Beverly, MA. Thesis work; Creating an emotionally safe learning environment for children.
  • 2004  3-6 Montessori Certification @ Northeast Montessori Institute. Rockport, ME
  • 1989  BA Anthropology/minor Geography @ University of Florida. Gainesville, FL
  • 1983 AS Biological Parks & Sciences (zookeeper training)


Teaching Experience

  • 2007 – present Kindergarten teacher @ Healthy Learning Academy 2101 NW 39th Ave. Gainesville, FL32605 (352) 372-2279
  • 2006 - 2007 Assistant / Lead teacher substitute in 3-6 classroom @ Millhopper Montessori School. Gainesville, FL (352) 375-6773
  • 2002 - 2006 3-6 Montessori Teacher @ Trinity Montessori School. East Rochester, NY (585) 586-1044


Personal Details

Other personal and professional experiences include: Licensed Massage Therapist, Endangered species observer, Peace Corps Volunteer Liberia, West Africa, mother of three children (ages 7, 8, 11), wife of a loving ecologist and educator.


Certifications

  • AMS 3-6 Certification, LMT (1993-2002), First Aid/CPR
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