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Ana Castro Martinez

Ana Castro Martinez

Summary

Dedicated Christ follower seeking to use my teaching and organizational skills along with my enthusiasm for building relationships to impact students and their families.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Drama Teacher (Grade 6-8)

Osceola School District
01.2024 - Current
  • Developing lesson plans for drama classes
  • Modeling appropriate behavior for students
  • Engaging students in classroom activities
  • Instructing students on the fundamentals of acting, improvisation, and stagecraft
  • Organizing and rehearsing plays, musicals, and other theatrical performance.

ESOL Paraprofessionals (Grade 6-8)

Osceola School District
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Working with students individually and in small groups providing English language instruction and support appropriate to the student's level of English language development plan.

Physical Theatre Teacher (Grade 9-12)

I Act Physical Theatre School
10.2010 - 08.2020
  • Training the students in different aspects of drama and creative Dance
  • Helping students understand the art, the pressure of performing in front of live audience, etc
  • Assisting students in reading plays and grasping the literary genre of drama
  • Teaching the word of God in a visual format that reaches young and old alike
  • Teaching and preaching on arts theology, encountering God, and Scriptural teachings.

Bible Class and Dramatic Arts Dance (Grade 6-8)

Promise Christian Academy- The Asia Pacific-Region Assembly of God
01.2010 - 12.2019
  • Bible Class: Incorporated Christian principles and Biblical concepts into daily lessons
  • Taught history and science based on assessments from The Bible
  • Prepared quizzes and tests in accordance with school standards
  • Dramatic Art Dance Class: Selected and planned class content (warm-up, techniques, combinations, music)
  • Expanded studio offerings to include ballet, tap, jazz, corporal expression, creative movement and Worship Dance
  • Provided motivational support to all students to achieve dance goals
  • Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for younger children in the class.

Preschool Teacher

Grand Street Settlement Child and Family Center
04.2007 - 10.2010
  • Had the responsibility story telling sessions for children and thereby helped them to increase their vocabulary and creative thinking
  • Used audio visual aids which made learning easier for children
  • Worked with of each child individually on their learning needs
  • Coordinated and established communication with parents about their children's success in class.

Bible School Teacher

International Movement Ark of God Church
08.2006 - 11.2009
  • Lead and taught youths from the ages 15-18 (High School students) at the International Movement Ark of God Church in New York.
  • Develop and implemented engaging lesson plans and instructional materials to cultivate student's understanding and appreciation of Biblical teachings.
  • Incorporated a Christian philosophy towards education into lesson plans.
  • Helped students find a connection between Biblical concepts and their daily activities.
  • Encouraged students to embrace Christian values.

Education

Master of Arts -

Asbury Theological Seminary
Orlando, FL
05.2026

Bachelor of Science - Christian Education

Universidad Nuestro Pacto International
Queens, NY
05.2007

Skills

  • Adaptable Teaching Styles
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Community Outreach Initiatives
  • Conflict Resolution Strategies
  • Curriculum Development Expertise
  • Good skills in serving as a part of a spiritual team
  • I’m an effective communicator with students, parents and all levels of management

Timeline

Drama Teacher (Grade 6-8)

Osceola School District
01.2024 - Current

ESOL Paraprofessionals (Grade 6-8)

Osceola School District
12.2022 - 12.2023

Physical Theatre Teacher (Grade 9-12)

I Act Physical Theatre School
10.2010 - 08.2020

Bible Class and Dramatic Arts Dance (Grade 6-8)

Promise Christian Academy- The Asia Pacific-Region Assembly of God
01.2010 - 12.2019

Preschool Teacher

Grand Street Settlement Child and Family Center
04.2007 - 10.2010

Bible School Teacher

International Movement Ark of God Church
08.2006 - 11.2009

Master of Arts -

Asbury Theological Seminary

Bachelor of Science - Christian Education

Universidad Nuestro Pacto International
Ana Castro Martinez