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Nataly Castro

Chicago,IL

Summary

Dynamic and passionate Preschool Teacher with a decade of experience in early childhood education, dedicated to nurturing children's social, academic, and creative growth. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment that encourages curiosity and engagement through tailored activities aligned with developmental milestones. Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Behavior Studies to further enhance skills and understanding of child development. Eager to contribute expertise in creating enriching educational experiences that support children's overall well-being and progress.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Preschool Teacher

Toddler Town Children's Learning Academy
Chicago, IL
02.2021 - Current

Provided varied opportunities that engaged multiple learning styles to support children's active participation, experimentation, and problem-solving within a structured setting.

  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded it in individual files.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained an organized, fun, and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
  • Applied play-based strategies to offer diverse learning approaches.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group.
  • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
  • Assisted and supervised 10-16 children through the entire school day.

Lead Toddler Teacher

Wise Owl Daycare
Chicago, United States
01.2016 - 02.2021
  • Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
  • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Applied play-based strategies to offer diverse learning approaches.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to toddler developmental milestones.

Education

Associates Degree - Applied Science Child Development Pre

City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Chicago, IL
05.2022

High School Diploma -

William H. Wells Community Academy High School
Chicago, IL
06.2013

Skills

  • Observational skills
  • Calm and patient
  • Organizational and planning skills
  • Age-appropriate curriculum
  • Active Listener
  • Classroom management
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Teaching strategies curriculum
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Creative teaching strategies
  • Special needs support
  • First aid and CPR
  • Classroom management
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Behavior management

Languages

English and Spanish

Timeline

Preschool Teacher

Toddler Town Children's Learning Academy
02.2021 - Current

Lead Toddler Teacher

Wise Owl Daycare
01.2016 - 02.2021

Associates Degree - Applied Science Child Development Pre

City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College

High School Diploma -

William H. Wells Community Academy High School