Estefania Castro
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Dedicated recreation leader with a proven track record of guiding children through diverse activities, enhancing wellness for individuals of varying skill levels. Equipped with basic first aid and CPR training, ensuring a safety-oriented environment. Strong organizational and bilingual communication skills foster positive relationships and support community wellness initiatives. Committed to delivering impactful outcomes through innovative programming and collaborative efforts.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rec Leader III (formerly Rec Leader II)
Neighborhood and Community Services
Fairfax, VA
06.2025 - Current
- Promoted from Rec Leader II (Middle School Summer Camp Counselor) to Rec Leader III within one month.
- Led recreational and enrichment activities for middle school youth, fostering engagement and positive behavior.
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety of campers throughout the summer program.
- Facilitated communication between staff, parents, and campers to address concerns effectively.
- Resolved conflicts between campers using effective communication strategies.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Transitioned to working at a Center for Active Adults, planning and facilitating programs that support wellness, learning, and social connection.
- Led group activities to promote physical and mental health among participants.
- Led creative writing and journaling sessions to promote cognitive engagement and self-expression among older adults.
- Plan and facilitate wellness, educational, and recreational programs tailored to active aging.
Family Liaison
Daniels Run Elementary School - FCPS
Fairfax, VA
12.2023 - Current
- Administers programs/activities to bridge the gap between home and school, supporting parents for students' success.
- Participates in meetings, workshops, and committees to stay informed and gather necessary information.
- Plans family meetings and parent involvement events to meet support needs and guidelines.
- Processes documents and materials, ensuring program requirements are met.
- Provides parental support in areas like health, nutrition, budgeting, job skills, and goal setting.
- Reports suspected incidents to maintain student safety and adhere to policies.
- Responds to inquiries from various sources, providing information and direction as needed.
Office Assistant/Delivery Driver
OpenBlooms
Chantilly, VA
02.2019 - 05.2025
- Assist office staff with everyday processes.
- Use of email and fax for incoming and outgoing communications.
- Responded to customer inquiries, compliments, and complaints via email or walk-in.
- Process incoming orders from several different databases, both local and across the nation.
- Answered a multi-line telephone system.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and organizing front office
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
CAD/CAM Technician
YM Dental Lab
Chantilly, VA
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Download digital scans and prescriptions.
- Read and interpret Doctor's prescription forms to design.
- Perform Data Entry functions for digital files.
- Upload files for fabrication.
- Ensure completeness, accuracy, and quality standards are met.
- Demonstrate a high standard of work ethic and professionalism at all times.
Document Processor/Spanish Translator
Intellectus (NRI)
Dumfries, VA
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Process documents for a FEMA project.
- Translate documents from Spanish to English.
- Sort and process mail to be prepared for scanning.
- Responsible for fax splits and indexing paperwork.
- Reviewed and verified document accuracy to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Processed incoming documents following company guidelines and standard operating procedures.
Lead School Assistant
TopKick Martial Arts
Chantilly, VA
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Supervised children ages 4-12 during before- and after-school activities.
- Assisted with homework and provided academic support to students.
- Plan daily activities and games for children to engage in.
- Write incident reports, and discuss child reports with parents.
- Maintain a safe and clean environment while adhering to COVID guidelines.
- Drive the bus to pick up children from local schools.
- Managed student enrollment and maintained accurate attendance records.
- Coordinated communication between parents and staff regarding student progress.
- Provided support to teachers, staff, and students in day-to-day operations.
Independent Translator
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Translating English reading material and research for clients.
- Converting text and audio recordings from English to Spanish.
- Ensuring that translated texts and conversations convey the original meaning and tone.
- Responsible for going to appointments (mostly doctor) with clients, translating English to Spanish.
Cashier/Sales Associate
5-12 Store
Stafford, VA
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Responsible for all front register duties.
- Answer phone calls.
- Put retail items into inventory, and make sure they are priced and shelved.
- Help to stock the back room and retail shelves.
- Service customers using cash, check, or credit cards.
- Make sure the store is clean and orderly.
- Organize new merchandise.
- Tend to customers' questions or concerns.
Education
High School Diploma - Stafford, VA
North Stafford High School
Stafford, VA06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Human Development And Family Science
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)
Skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Decision making
- Positive attitude
- Adaptability
- Self-motivation
- Conflict resolution
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Excellent computer skills:
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Access
- Google Docs
- Google Slides
- Effective communication in Spanish and English
Certification
- Public Trust Clearance
- CDL Certified (Class C)
- CPR/AED and First Aid Certified
Bilingual
- Spanish
- English
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Rec Leader III (formerly Rec Leader II)
Neighborhood and Community Services
06.2025 - Current
Family Liaison
Daniels Run Elementary School - FCPS
12.2023 - Current
CAD/CAM Technician
YM Dental Lab
08.2021 - 11.2023
Document Processor/Spanish Translator
Intellectus (NRI)
05.2021 - 08.2021
Lead School Assistant
TopKick Martial Arts
09.2019 - 05.2021
Office Assistant/Delivery Driver
OpenBlooms
02.2019 - 05.2025
Independent Translator
01.2019 - 12.2019
Cashier/Sales Associate
5-12 Store
04.2018 - 12.2018
High School Diploma - Stafford, VA
North Stafford High School
Some College (No Degree) - Human Development And Family Science
Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA)
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