Gerson Castillo
Providence,RI
Summary
Dedicated and energetic educator with over 10 years of experience teaching, mentoring, and supporting youth in both school and community settings. Background includes professional dance instruction, enrichment leadership, and K-8 support as a lunch/ recess aide and after-school teacher. Skilled in maintaining a safe, positive environment, adapting instruction for diverse learners, and building strong, trusting relationships. Known for high energy, excellent communication, and a genuine commitment to helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Mentor
The Learning Community
Central Falls, RI
10.2024 - Current
- Lunch/Recess Aide and Afterschool Teacher with experience supporting K-8 students in both structured and unstructured settings.
- maintained safe, respectful environments during lunch and recess, while promoting positive behavior and conflict resolution. In the afterschool setting,
- experienced in leading engaging academic and enrichment activities, supporting homework completion, and fostering social-emotional growth.
- Supported in material management for after school enrichment while promoting students to utilize positive problem solving .
Professional Dance Instructor
Self Employed
04.2012 - Current
- Experienced Professional Dance Instructor with a high investment in Youth Mental Health over 10 years of teaching various styles including First AID Certified hip-hop and break dance.
- Proven the ability to work independently under private contracts with studios, professional sports contracts and individual clients.
- An accredited acrobatics educator , created adaptive instructions for all age groups and skill levels, and created a supportive, motivating learning environment.
- Known for building strong client relationships, maintaining high energy in sessions, and delivering Fully fluent in English and Spanish engaging, personalized instruction that inspires growth and confidence. Fully insured and available for workshops, classes, or one-on-one training.
Home Daycare Assistant
Home Daycare
01.2013 - 08.2015
- Compassionate and reliable Daycare Assistant with 3 years of experience supporting early childhood development in daycare and preschool settings. Skilled in creating a safe learning , nurturing, and engaging environment for children from infancy through early elementary ages .
- Assisted with daily routines, meal and nap times, educational activities, and behavior management.
- child safety, hygiene protocols, and age-appropriate learning. supported lead teachers assisting with local field trips .
- Assured proper parent communication . Dedicated to supporting lead teachers and building positive relationships with children and their families.
Education
Degree - undefined
Hope Highschool
Providence, RI06.2012
Skills
- Classroom supervision (K-8)
- Positive behavior support & conflict resolution
- Small-group and one-on-one instructional support
- Lesson and activity facilitation
- Student safety monitoring (lunch, recess, transitions)
- Enrichment instruction (dance, movement, creative activities)
- Choreography and structured skill-based teaching
- Adaptation of instruction for diverse learners and age groups
- Homework support and academic reinforcement
- Progress observation and reporting to teachers/staff
- Crisis prevention and deescalation strategic
- Bilingual
- Handle with care certified
Timeline
Youth Mentor
The Learning Community
10.2024 - Current
Home Daycare Assistant
Home Daycare
01.2013 - 08.2015
Professional Dance Instructor
Self Employed
04.2012 - Current
Degree - undefined
Hope Highschool