Julia Castillo
Staten Island
Summary
My name is Julia Leigh Castillo, I have been in education for the past 4 and a half years. I have taught various grades between Kindergarten, 1st grade, 4th grade, and multiple English high school levels. I am committed to all my students to ensure the students have a positive engaging learning environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten General Education Teacher
PSK134
Brooklyn, NY
09.2023 - Current
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional strategies.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance learning experiences and engagement.
- Created effective differentiation strategies within lessons, meeting the needs of all learners while challenging them appropriately.
- Implemented hands-on learning with manipulatives, allowing students to learn through exploration.
1st Grade Teacher
P.S. K134
Brooklyn, NY
01.2024 - Current
- Designed engaging lesson plans and interactive Google slideshows that tailored instruction for first graders, resulting in improved student participation and understanding in HMH reading and math curriculum.
- Teamed up with the 1st grade team throughout the school year to plan engaging lessons and share best practices, enhancing student learning experiences and fostering a collaborative teaching environment.
- Developed and implemented innovative differentiation strategies for ESL students, enhancing their engagement and comprehension, resulting in improved classroom participation.
- Developed tailored small-group lessons in subjects like math and reading that enhanced student engagement and catered to diverse learning levels, fostering a more inclusive classroom environment.
Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
P.S. K134
Brooklyn, NY
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Crafted individualized education plans (IEPs) for special education students, enhancing their learning experiences and promoting measurable academic growth.
- Collaborated with peers to design and implement tailored differentiation strategies, enhancing learning experiences for ESL and special education students.
- Worked closely within an ICT partnership throughout the school day, implementing three innovative co-teaching strategies.
English Substitute Teacher
Wagner High School
Staten Island, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Implemented engaging lessons for grades 9-11 using the HMH curriculum.
- Worked collaboratively with multiple ICT partnerships throughout the school day.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
College of Staten Island
Staten Island01.2021
Masters in Science - Childhood Education, Teaching Students with Disabilities
Touro University
Staten Island01.2024
Skills
- Lesson Planning
- Communication with Parents (Through Remind and Class Dojo)
- Team collaboration
- Google classroom
- Excel/Google slides
- Classroom management
Accomplishments
I have a master's degree in childhood education/teaching students with disabilities grades 1-6, as well as have passed all my certification tests to obtain my initial license. I have continued my education by completing my course work and certification test to achieve a Birth-2nd grade license through Mercy College and Adelphi University.
Certification
- Early Childhood Education B-2 Initial Certificate
- Childhood Education 1-6 Initial Certificate
- Students with Disabilities 1-6 Initial Certificate
Timeline
1st Grade Teacher
P.S. K134
01.2024 - Current
Kindergarten General Education Teacher
PSK134
09.2023 - Current
Kindergarten Special Education Teacher
P.S. K134
01.2023 - 01.2024
English Substitute Teacher
Wagner High School
01.2022 - 01.2023
Masters in Science - Childhood Education, Teaching Students with Disabilities
Touro University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
College of Staten Island
Personal Information
Some information about me: I am a 25 year old women who has always wanted to become a teacher, I was influenced by the teachers who have taught me in the public school education system.