Sylvia Grooms
Centreville
Summary
Warm assistant teacher with several years of experience and documented skills in classroom management and assignment creation. Friendly and energetic professional commended for adapting teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests. Passionate about going above and beyond to nurture and encourage children.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher For Infants & Toddlers
Cornerstones INC
Reston
06.2002 - 05.2026
- Supported classroom management to foster a positive learning environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress and needs.
- Maintained safe and orderly learning environment to support student engagement.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Created calm and disciplined classroom environment that enhanced student focus.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
- Arranged age-appropriate activities to foster children's interests and talents.
- Designed engaging displays for bulletin boards to enhance visual appeal in the classroom.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching strategies.
- Maintained a positive classroom environment that encourages participation and respect.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents, and teaching staff.
Education
September 3, 1999 - Dedication & Hardwork
The Parents Support Group
09.1999 - 09.1999
1999 - Honor Teacher Award
Children’s World Learning Centers
09.1999 - 09.1999
June 28th, 1999 - 90 Hours Early Childhood Dev./Curr.
Consolidated Day Care Training Service
06.1999 - 06.1999
December 15, 1999 - Making A Difference
Certificate of Achievement
12.1999 - 12.1999
American School
Lansing, ILSkills
- classroom management
- individualized instruction
- parent communication
- activity planning
- student engagement
- child development knowledge
- relationship building
- positive reinforcement
- active listening
- problem solving
- Behavior management
- Skills development
- Safe learning environment
- Safety and supervision
- Special education support
- Parent and caregiver relations
- Parent-teacher communication
- Decision-making
About Me:
I’m a passionate infant & toddler teacher with over 20years experience in providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for infants & toddlers.
Hobbies:
Arts & Crafts
Photography
More About My Work Experience:
Child Care Worker
Laurel Learning Center 2002-2026
Fostered a safe, positive environment for 14 children, ages 6weeks to one & half years old
Provided a nurturing environment for infants and toddlers.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant Teacher For Infants & Toddlers
Cornerstones INC
06.2002 - 05.2026
December 15, 1999 - Making A Difference
Certificate of Achievement
12.1999 - 12.1999
September 3, 1999 - Dedication & Hardwork
The Parents Support Group
09.1999 - 09.1999
1999 - Honor Teacher Award
Children’s World Learning Centers
09.1999 - 09.1999
June 28th, 1999 - 90 Hours Early Childhood Dev./Curr.
Consolidated Day Care Training Service
06.1999 - 06.1999
American School