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Monica Castro

Pharr,TX

Summary

Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Trained in professional development seminars to connect the needs of children's and parents.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Person, Family
03.2019 - 02.2024
  • Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
  • Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
  • Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
  • Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.

Intern

Boys And Girls Club
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • The Boys and Girls Club provides Youth& Family Support Services, where we provided mental health prevention, promotion, and early intervention services to children and families in a youth development setting.
  • Created lesson plans for the children to engage with their needs and support.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on group projects and presentations.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, TX
05.2023

High School Diploma -

Idea Quest College Prep
Edinburg, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Schedule Management
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Routine management
  • Effective Communication
  • Child Development
  • Client Advocacy
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Professionalism
  • Self Motivation

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Intern

Boys And Girls Club
01.2023 - 05.2023

Babysitter

Person, Family
03.2019 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

High School Diploma -

Idea Quest College Prep
Monica Castro