Amy Trumbower
Pennellville,NY
Summary
Teaching Assistant with a passion for fostering inclusive and nurturing learning environments. Demonstrates strong skills in team leadership and time management, effectively collaborating with educators and parents to address individual student needs. Committed to enhancing student engagement through innovative and hands-on teaching methods.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Syracuse City Schools
Syracuse, New York
04.2026 - Current
- Executed lesson plans prepared by the teacher to enhance student learning.
- Provided academic support to students during lessons.
- Monitored student safety throughout the classroom and the building.
- Coordinated student transitions to specials and related activities to maintain classroom order.
- Led classroom operations during teacher absences.
- Supported students in meeting credit requirements for graduation.
- Planned and scheduled engaging activities for students during breaks to keep downtime productive.
- Assisted with classroom preparation for the start of the school year.
- Designed and updated bulletin boards for classroom display.
- Oversaw fun end-of-year activities.
- Streamlined communication between students and staff to support daily routines.
Teaching Assistant
CiTi BOCES
Mexico, New York
07.2025 - 04.2026
- Reviewed lesson plans and supported classroom preparation.
- Facilitated student understanding of lesson material and completion of daily assignments.
- Monitored room and building safety to maintain a secure student environment.
- Escorted students to special and related activities on schedule.
- Oversaw classroom operations during teacher absences to ensure continuity of learning.
- Guided students in meeting graduation credit requirements to support academic advancement.
- Organized structured activities during downtime to keep students engaged.
PreK Teacher
Shining stars daycare
Liverpool, New York
08.2022 - 2025
- Implemented creative teaching methods, resulting in noticeable academic improvement.
- Designed engaging lesson plans, enhancing student learning with hands-on activities.
- Improved classroom participation by fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Fostered a nurturing environment, encouraging social skills and emotional growth among children, leading to improved classroom dynamics.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address individual student needs effectively.
- Monitored student progress, providing detailed feedback to support growth.
Early Preschool teacher
Childtime
Onondaga bill, New York
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging curriculum, fostering cognitive growth in 14 early preschoolers.
- Implemented individualized learning plans that enhanced children's literacy and numeracy skills over the academic year.
- Developed interactive lesson plans integrating play-based learning, boosting student participation and enthusiasm for educational activities.
- Cultivated a nurturing environment that fostered emotional and social development, resulting in enhanced student engagement and positive classroom dynamics.
- Implemented creative activities, enhancing social skills and teamwork.
- Monitored progress, providing personalized support to meet developmental milestones.
- Coordinated with parents and staff to strengthen family involvement in education and improve communication.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress and behavior, ensuring compliance with educational standards and facilitating targeted interventions.
Assistant preschool Teacher
Great bear childcare
Phoenix, New York
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with lead teachers to create lesson plans that ensured a cohesive educational approach and boosted student engagement.
- Implemented daily routines that improved classroom organization, leading to smoother transitions and increased focus among children.
- Facilitated children's learning through engaging activities that fostered a love for education and developed social skills.
- Engaged with parents to provide progress updates, strengthening relationships and increasing community involvement in education.
Teacher/Casher
Michaels craft store
Beavercreek, Ohio
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Arranged classroom settings and delivered lessons to support student learning.
- Executed effective cash handling procedures, ensuring accurate transactions and reducing discrepancies.
- Cultivated a welcoming environment for customers, improving shopping experience and promoting repeat visits.
Administrative Assistant/ Coordinator for birth thru 3 1/2
Christian life center
03.2013 - 06.2015
- Facilitated communication between families and staff, fostering a collaborative environment that enhanced support for children's development.
- Identified service gaps through family feedback analysis, implementing improvements that enhanced program effectiveness.
- Assisted callers with inquiries and concerns to ensure effective communication and support.
Child care
Kleptz YMCA
Englewood, Ohio
04.2003 - 03.2013
- Cultivated a nurturing environment for children, fostering emotional growth and building strong relationships with families.
- Implemented structured play activities that enhanced children's social skills, resulting in improved peer interactions.
- Coordinated with parents and staff to create individualized care plans, ensuring each child's unique needs were met effectively.
- Supervised children during activities while parents worked out, before and after care for summer camp, planned activities,communicated with parent and other staff members
Skills
- Lesson planning and curriculum development
- Small group instruction techniques
- Student assessment and progress tracking
- Classroom management and support
- Student engagement strategies
- Behavioral support strategies
- Supervision of student activities
- Supervising student activities
- Classroom support
- Parent communication and engagement
- CPR and first aid certification
- Student engagement strategies
Training
- Training
- MAT training
- First aid and CPR training
- Child abuse
- School against violence in education training
Certification
- Teaching Assistant Certification
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Syracuse City Schools
04.2026 - Current
Teaching Assistant
CiTi BOCES
07.2025 - 04.2026
PreK Teacher
Shining stars daycare
08.2022 - 2025
Early Preschool teacher
Childtime
08.2019 - 08.2022
Assistant preschool Teacher
Great bear childcare
04.2019 - 08.2019
Teacher/Casher
Michaels craft store
03.2017 - 06.2019
Administrative Assistant/ Coordinator for birth thru 3 1/2
Christian life center
03.2013 - 06.2015
Child care
Kleptz YMCA
04.2003 - 03.2013