THEATRE ARTS EDUCATION
With a deep commitment to both craft and care, my work in K–12 theatre education is rooted in joy, rigor, and lasting mentorship. I’ve had the privilege of serving as a teaching artist for several of the schools/programs you see here, collaborating with young performers in classrooms, rehearsal rooms, and everywhere in between.
Student Spotlight: Avery Buchanan
Avery was one of my first-ever students, and her firecracker spirit would always light up a room. I am beyond honored to have gotten to help guide her journey. No matter what she does in life, I am confident she will continue to carry her sparkle and everywhere she goes because of what she learned in the theatre!
EIGHT YEARS LATER
Here’s what she has to say about her experience
“Sydni has been an integral part of my son’s growth in the arts. She was the first person to give him a role based off his potential. She has been a big sister providing valuable insight but allowing him to create his own path and get life experiences. If you are looking for someone to relate, inspire, and provide valuable input to your growing artist I highly recommend Sydni.”
— LaKeisha Fountain, Parent of Former Student
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Without Love
The official music video for Damion’s song, performed by the Spotlight Kids of Millhopper Montessori School.
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Charlotte's Web
High Springs Playhouse Youth Production
Co-Director: Taylor Cummings
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Musicville
Star Center Theatre Musical Theatre Workshop
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Disney's Jungle Book KIDS
Star Center Theatre Musical Theatre Workshop
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Millhopper Montessori School's Spotlight Kids
Improv-a-ganza | Dancing Through Broadway | Monologues, Scenes and More!
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Star Center Theatre
Founded Musical Theatre KIDS workshop, Served as summer camp teaching artist, Masterclass teaching artist
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Hippodrome State Theatre
Spring Break-a-Leg Camp, Summer Spectacular Camp - Theatre Teaching Artist
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We The People Theatre Arts Initiative
Summer Camps | Shakespeare Teaching Artist, Original Works Teaching Artist
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Stages Chicago
Teaching Artist at LEARN CHARTER School (K-2, 4-6) Cinderella Jr. Teaching Artist (2-5)
Sydni’s Certifications
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HIPAA Workforce Proficiency (CHWP)
2025
This certification reflects my commitment to protecting the sensitive health information of the children and families I work with daily in pediatric ABA therapy.
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Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Date Completed: 9/13/2025
This certification equips me with the knowledge necessary to recognize and care for a variety of first aid breathing and cardiac emergencies involving adults, children, and infants.
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Safety Care Training
September 2025
This certification equips me with practical, prevention-first strategies to safely de-escalate behavioral challenges and protect the dignity and well-being of the children I support.