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SYLVIA COOPER

Fairfax

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Teaching Assistant at the New School of Dance and Arts, skilled in leadership and communication. Proven ability to promote healthcare careers through HOSA, while mentoring youth in STEM at VEX 123 Robotics. Strong research capabilities developed during an internship at Georgetown University School of Medicine.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

New School of Dance and Arts: Ballet Elite
Washington
08.2021 - Current
  • Supported lead ballet instructors in delivering engaging beginner to intermediate ballet classes for children and teens.
  • Modelled proper technique, behavior, and choreography to enhance student learning and performance.
  • Supported ballet instructors in class preparation and lesson planning.
  • Assisted with student evaluations and provided constructive feedback to dancers.
  • Organized and maintained dance studio equipment and supplies effectively.

DC HOSA member

HOSA- Future Health Professionals
Washington
09.2024 - 06.2025

Actively promoted career opportunities in healthcare through student-led organizations.
Improved leadership skills and a strong interest in the healthcare sector.

  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Program Mentor

VEX 123 Robotics
Washington
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Guided first and second-grade students in hands-on coding and robotic activities with VEX 123 platform, fostering interest in technology.
  • Facilitated lessons promoting teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking, mentoring students to build confidence and pursue STEM pathways.

Summer Program Intern

Georgetown University School of Medicine
Washington
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assisted with biomedical research projects, contributing to ongoing studies and collaborating with faculty researchers.
  • Shadowed physicians and healthcare professionals across various specialties, enhancing understanding of clinical practices and patient care.
  • Attended workshops and seminars on medical ethics and healthcare disparities, broadening knowledge of critical issues in medicine.

Education

IB CP Diploma - High School Graduate

DC International High School
Washington, DC

First Year Undergradutate - Developmental Psychology Major

George Mason University
Fairfax, VA

Skills

  • Educational Assessment
  • Student Engagement
  • Research
  • Patient care
  • Health promotion
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Customer Service

Accomplishments

  • Community Engagement
  • National Honor Society
  • French Honor Society
  • Technical Honor Society
  • Black Student Union

Timeline

DC HOSA member

HOSA- Future Health Professionals
09.2024 - 06.2025

Program Mentor

VEX 123 Robotics
09.2024 - 12.2024

Summer Program Intern

Georgetown University School of Medicine
06.2024 - 08.2024

Teaching Assistant

New School of Dance and Arts: Ballet Elite
08.2021 - Current

IB CP Diploma - High School Graduate

DC International High School

First Year Undergradutate - Developmental Psychology Major

George Mason University
SYLVIA COOPER