Sylvia Ellis
Devine,TX
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Chicanos Por La Causa
Pearsall, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting overall growth and development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Established strong relationships with families, fostering trust and collaboration in supporting each child''s development.
- Active supervision
- Maintained accurate records of children''s developmental milestones and prepared detailed reports for parent-teacher conferences.
- Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Ensured all children felt valued, respected, and included within the classroom by fostering a culture of empathy and support.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
CDI Head Start
Pearsall, TX
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based and age-appropriate activities into daily lesson plans.
- Improved overall classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted early literacy development through storytelling, songs, and guided reading activities.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
TMC Head Start
Pearsall, TX
12.2015 - 05.2018
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based and age-appropriate activities into daily lesson plans.
- Improved overall classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted early literacy development through storytelling, songs, and guided reading activities.
- Increased parent involvement in children''s education by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on child progress.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Kids Are First Head Start
Pearsall, TX
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based and age-appropriate activities into daily lesson plans.
- Improved overall classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
- Promoted early literacy development through storytelling, songs, and guided reading activities.
- Increased parent involvement in children''s education by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on child progress.
Infant Toddler Teacher/ Family Service Worker
Texas Migrant Council
Pearsall, TX
09.2001 - 03.2011
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating age-appropriate activities and play-based teaching methods.
- Developed individualized lesson plans tailored to each child''s needs, promoting overall growth and development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and maintain open communication channels for optimal child support.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to reinforce appropriate behavior in a classroom.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating play-based and age-appropriate activities into daily lesson plans
Education
Associate of Arts -
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX05.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Management
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX05.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Southwest Texas Junior College
Uvalde, TX05.2003
High School Diploma -
Industrial High School
Vanderbilt, TX05.1977
Skills
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Child Safety Procedures
- Curriculum Planning
- Storytelling Abilities
Timeline
Infant/Toddler Teacher
Chicanos Por La Causa
01.2020 - Current
Infant and Toddler Teacher
CDI Head Start
06.2018 - 01.2020
Infant and Toddler Teacher
TMC Head Start
12.2015 - 05.2018
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Kids Are First Head Start
01.2013 - 12.2015
Infant Toddler Teacher/ Family Service Worker
Texas Migrant Council
09.2001 - 03.2011
Associate of Arts -
Southwest Texas Junior College
Associate of Applied Science - Management
Southwest Texas Junior College
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Southwest Texas Junior College
High School Diploma -
Industrial High School