Kayla Castaldi
Downingtown,PA
Summary
Proven Classroom Assistant at Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary, adept in classroom organization and fostering positive reinforcement. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement and supporting instructional material preparation, leveraging strong communication skills and technology proficiency. Achieved significant improvements in classroom management and discipline through innovative strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Classroom Assistant (Kinder+Prek)
Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Kept track of child to staff ratios
- Set up and prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lessons.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve student engagement.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Planned and facilitated small group instruction.
CARES - After School Care
St. Patrick School - Malvern (not Current)+ PJP II
01.2021 - Current
- Used variety of teaching methods to successfully help wide range of students.
- Provided assistance and supervised homework
- Ensured the safety and well-being of children in a variety of settings such as, snack time, activities and the playground.
- Encouraged, supported and assisted participation in developmentally appropriate activities.
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
The Campus Chester County
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Mediated camper conflicts to resolve problems and maintain positive and safe camp environment.
- managed schedules/call outs for other counselors
Education
Early Childhood Education
Delaware County Community College
Media, PASkills
- Classroom Organization
- Positive Reinforcemen
- Classroom Management
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Dependable and Responsible
- Knowledge of technology
- Written and oral communication
Certification
CDA - Child Development Associates
Timeline
Classroom Assistant (Kinder+Prek)
Pope John Paul II Regional Catholic Elementary
08.2021 - Current
CARES - After School Care
St. Patrick School - Malvern (not Current)+ PJP II
01.2021 - Current
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
The Campus Chester County
06.2019 - 08.2023
Early Childhood Education
Delaware County Community College
CDA - Child Development Associates
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