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Gabriella Castillo

Weslaco,TX

Summary

Highly dedicated and compassionate individual with a passion for empowering students with diverse abilities. Experienced in providing support to teachers and creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for students with special needs. Committed to continuous professional growth and dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of those with unique challenges.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RISE Co-Teacher

IDEA Elsa Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Assist in the implementation of Individual Education Plans for the students and monitor their progress.
  • Provide support for individual students inside and outside of the classroom to enable them to fully participate in activities.
  • Support students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills.
  • Assistance of daily living may include feeding, lifting and/or toileting in the Life Skills Unit.
  • Working collaboratively with the special education team, teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure a cohesive support system for students.

Sales Associate

Michael Kors
11.2016 - 12.2018
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
  • Foster customer relationships by continually developing knowledge of current trends and styling techniques.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX
05.2020

Skills

  • Patience and empathy: Ability to remain patient, understanding, and empathetic while working with students who may have unique challenges and learning styles
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt teaching techniques and approaches to meet the individual needs of students with various disabilities
  • Crisis management: Training in crisis intervention and the ability to respond calmly and appropriately in emergency situations
  • Advocacy: Willingness to advocate for the needs and rights of students with disabilities, ensuring they receive appropriate resources and support
  • Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish and English

Certification

  • Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certification - October 2022

Timeline

RISE Co-Teacher

IDEA Elsa Academy
08.2021 - 05.2023

Sales Associate

Michael Kors
11.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Biology

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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