Cari Rydberg

Search and Teach Academic Specialist

crydberg@lincolnchristian.org

(402) 488-8888 x

Education

Education Degree- Certified K-12
University Nebraska-Lincoln 1994

Areas of Certification or Endorsements

  • NILD-Search & Teach
  • NILD RX Reading
  • Registered Behavior Technician

About Me

I’m a Nebraska girl at heart, a wife to my husband Matt, and a proud mom to our two amazing daughters, Edyn and Lenyn. Our home is always full of life with 3 cats, 2 dogs, and plenty of laughter along the way!

My passion has always been working with children, especially during the early childhood years when learning is filled with curiosity, creativity, and growth. I spent two years living in Tennessee where I taught 1st grade, and I’ve also worked as a preschool teacher for more than 17 years. Those experiences helped shape my deep love for helping young learners build confidence, connection, and a joy for learning.

I believe the early years matter deeply, and I feel incredibly grateful to spend my days encouraging children as they learn, grow, and discover the world around them.

Church: Lincoln Crossroads Church

Volunteer Roles: FIT team (first impression team), Youth, Event planning volunteer

Philosophy

I’m passionate about Early Intervention and feel incredibly blessed to work with our Kindergarten and 1st-grade students at LCS, as well as partner with so many amazing families. Each day, I have the privilege of guiding and supporting students as they grow into stronger learners, strengthening their perceptual skills through the Search and Teach program. This program lays a powerful foundation that students will carry with them for the rest of their lives. I’m truly grateful that God has called me to serve here at LCS.

Experience

School
City, State
Dates
Assignment
Little Kingdom Children's Center
Lincoln, NE
1994-2002
Preschool and School Age Teacher
Christenberry Elementary
Knoxville, TN
2002-2004
1st Grade Teacher