Francesca Castillejos

• Experience in teaching up to 20 preschoolers at a time (along with an assistant teacher), including younger children who are transitioning to preschool, as well as classroom duties
• Assisted and supervised 20 children through entire school day.
• Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
• Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
• Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences. Approached learning material with various strategies.
• Utilized positive reinforcement techniques when addressing behavioral issues, maintaining a respectful and orderly classroom environment conducive to learning. Emphasized emotional regulation.
• Used books, songs and games to engage students.

• Experience in Toddler and Pre-K co-teaching
• Assisted in lesson planning, care taking of children, classroom management (Up to 8 in infant age group, 14 in toddler age groups, and 20 in preschool+ age groups
• Interacted and engaged with families of children, provided updates and served as communication between the center and parents

Assisted in classroom management, curriculum development, and caretaking of children

• Assisted with pet advice, cashiering, stocking, animal and pet care, guest inquiries

• Enhanced students' language skills by utilizing interactive activities and multimedia resources during tutoring sessions.

- Incorporated realia, media, roleplay, etc.

• Increased students'' vocabulary knowledge through creative word games and exercises, leading to more effective communication skills.
• Developed individualized learning plans for each student, addressing their specific needs and goals in language proficiency.

• Utilized my passion for photography to support the victims and survivors of the tsunami disaster in Japan.
• Although my reach was limited at the time, I raised money to the best of my ability in order to donate to the charity.
• Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
• Photographed small events.
• Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.

Assisted in office duties such as answering phones, scheduling appointments, filing documents, collaborating with colleagues.

• Participated in my school’s “Week Without Walls” program, taught English in rural Cambodia and assisted the students in building their school
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

• Sold my photography as part of an art show in Tokyo, Japan
• (School “Week Without Walls” program)

• Served as a kindergarten teacher’s assistant as part of my school’s “Week Without Walls” program
• Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.

• Participated in my school’s “Week Without Walls” program, taught English in rural Philippines and helped students build their school