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Latifah Castillo

Brooklyn ,NY

Summary

Dynamic psyche tech with a proven track record at the Board of Education, adept at implementing individualized care plans and enhancing client engagement. Skilled in behavioral management and therapeutic communication, I excel in fostering positive healing/learning environments and adapting strategies to meet diverse needs, ensuring effective support for students with special requirements.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Homeschool Educator

Self Employed Services
Brooklyn, NY
01.2022 - 08.2025

•developed personalized lesson plans tailored to students with IEPs

•monitored student progress and adjusted instructional strategies as needed

•facilitated hands on learning of socioeconomic life skills

Paraprofessional

Board of Education
Brooklyn, NY
02.2016 - 12.2021

•collaborated with special education staff to implement individualized education plans

•monitored student behavior and provided positive reinforcement

•facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of core subjects

Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy and Pilates (special Needs)
New York, NY
05.2010 - 01.2016

•collaborated with physical therapists to develop and modify treatment plans

•trained new staff on behavioral techniques and clinical protocols

•monitored patient progress and documented responses to therapeutic activities

Education

Certificate - CASAC

Kingsborough Community College
Brooklyn, NY
05.2016

Associate of Arts -

Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY
06.2000

Skills

  • Mental health support
  • Professional boundaries
  • Behavioral management
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Emergency response
  • Regulatory compliance

Timeline

Homeschool Educator

Self Employed Services
01.2022 - 08.2025

Paraprofessional

Board of Education
02.2016 - 12.2021

Physical Therapy Aide

Physical Therapy and Pilates (special Needs)
05.2010 - 01.2016

Certificate - CASAC

Kingsborough Community College

Associate of Arts -

Borough of Manhattan Community College