Eric Sylvester is a recent graduate from Central Connecticut State University seeking a career in physical education. He has over 500 hours of field experience in various K-12 schools. He holds a state teaching certification in physical education and has worked in roles assisting students with disabilities. His objective is to help people better their lives through physical education and instilling values in children.

1. Eric D. Sylvester __
23 Ridgewood Road
Southington, CT 06489
Email: Ericsylvester5@gmail.com
Cell: (203) 927-3011
Objective
Highly motivated graduate from Central Connecticut State University with a Bachelor’s Degree and State
Teaching Certification in Physical Education. I have outstanding communication skills with people of all ages
stemming from work experience requiring customer relationships and assistance as well as my work within the
Meriden Public School District and Benhaven. I possess a background in sport and movement with a strong
belief in morals, values, and the instillation of them into children. I not only want to help people better their lives, I
feel as if I was meant to. I have a natural ability to get along with people built through family bonds, school, and
work experience.
Education
Central Connecticut State University 2008 - 2014
Horace C Wilcox Technical High School 2004 - 2008
Field Experience
Total # of hours: 539
Time spent observing, assisting, and teaching
Spring 2014 – Student Teaching
MacDonough Elementary School and Spencer Elementary School in Middletown
Maloney High School in Meriden
Fall 2013
McGee Middle School in Berlin
Spring 2013
Woodside Intermediate School in Cromwell
Stafford Elementary in Bristol
Norfeldt Elementary School in West Hartford
Fall 2012
Wilcox Technical High School in Meriden
Spring 2012
Western Elementary School in Naugatuck
Fall 2011
Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy in New Britain
Thomas Edison Middle School in Meriden
Conard High School in West Hartford
Spring 2011
John Wallace Middle School in Newington
Fall 2010
Greene-Hills Elementary School in Bristol
Derynoski Elementary School in Southington

2. Professional Experience
 Assist in preparation, running, and clean-up for Field Day 2013 at Stafford Elementary in
Bristol, Connecticut
 Assist in preparation, running, and clean-up for Field Day 2014 at Spencer Elementary in
Middletown, Connecticut
 Assist in preparation, running, and clean-up for Field Day 2014 at MacDonough Elementary
in Middletown, Connecticut
 Chaperone a field trips for kayaking and to Brownstone Quarry for Maloney High School -
2014
Related Experience
Spent summers with my cousin, who has Asperger’s, to help him overcome his motor skills and
emotional deficiencies.
Work Experience
Benhaven 2016-Present
Teaching Assistant
 Work in a residential home with 6 Autistic young adults to complete their daily lives following
various schedules, activities, and prompts in order to provide a more complete life filled with
happiness, choice, and positive interactions.
Meriden Board of Education – John Barry Elementary School 2015-2016
Literacy Tutor
 Work with various groups of students in grades K - 2 who require added instruction with basic
literacy. I meet with designated groups based on a set schedule and facilitate these groups
while instructing and using various learning programs.
Meriden YMCA 2014-2016
Extended Day Program – Casimir Pulaski & John Barry Elementary
 Casimir Pulaski (grades 3-5) – Create and implement various games and activities that are
designed to encourage students to exercise more both in school and at home.
 John Barry (grades K-2) – The last two years, I have had several different classes for this
Enrichment program. During my time with Kindergarten, I facilitated movement activities such
as Just Dance Kids. I taught a soccer lesson to the first and second graders last year (2014-
2015.) This year I am with one second grade class all year. During this time, I teach various
units to the class such as cooperation through friendly board games, cooperative activities, as
well as monitor their progress on a school required learning program.
After School Program at Hanover Elementary
 Design, plan, and implement various activities to promote cooperation, communication,
activity, and learning for approximately 60-80 students in grades 3-5.
Team Building
 Facilitate groups of middle school aged students through various games, challenges, and
activities that are designed to improve teamwork, cooperation, communication, etc. at the
Mountain Mist Outdoor Center.

3. Our Lady of Mount Carmel School – Meriden 2014
 Taught Physical Education every Wednesday to grades K,1,3,4, and 5.
Substitute Teaching – Physical Education 2014
 St. Stanislaus School – Meriden, Ct
 St. Joseph School – Meriden, CT
Mountain Mist Day Camp, Meriden, CT 2014 -2015
Camp Counselor
 Member of the Pioneer Village (4-5 years of age)
 Work with groups of campers while playing games, exploring the property, partake in over-
night stays, arts & crafts, and many other fun activities.
 Created friendly environments where campers felt welcome, engaged, enthusiastic, and most
of all had fun.
Masonicare, Wallingford, CT 2008 – 2014
Food Service Worker
 Direct dining service working with nursing staff, families, and residents
 Assemble and deliver meals to patients
 Assist yearly with the Grand Master’s Day Celebration preparation, execution, and clean up
Professional Organization/Membership
 CTAHPERD member
 CCSU PE Club member
 CTAHPERD Student Leadership Conference – Spring 2013
 CTAHPERD Conference – Fall 2013
Honors/Recognition
 Dean’s List: Fall 2011, Spring 2012, Fall 2012, Spring 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014
 President’s List: Spring 2014
 Program GPA: 3.7
 Overall GPA: 3.13
Certifications
 State of CT Pre K – 12 Physical Education Teaching Certification
 First Aid / CPR Certified
 PMT
Skills/Interest

4. Extensive sport background/experience, experience with mentally handicapped as well as physically
handicapped, high interest in Special Education and special needs individuals.