Paola Castillo
University of Kentucky Early Childhood Laboratory
Lexington,KY
2
Languages
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated and passionate educator offering 6 years of experience working with children 2 months up to 5 years old. Skilled in assisting teachers with classroom organization, student behavior, keeping a safe and engaging environment, following routines, and using different strategies to model positive behavior. Assists teachers in implementing hands-on experiences and age-appropriate activities to foster learning..
Work History
Daycare Floater
4 Years 1 Month- Adapted quickly to changing schedules or classroom dynamics, ensuring seamless support for lead teachers as needed.
- Supervised outdoor playtimes effectively, prioritizing safety while allowing kids to explore their surroundings freely within designated boundaries.
- Assisted in creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all children by promoting respect, empathy, and understanding among peers.
- Built rapport with parents, fostering strong communication regarding their child''s progress and needs.
- Strengthened social skills among children by encouraging group interactions during playtime and other collaborative tasks.
- Fostered creativity and imagination through engaging storytelling sessions, enriching each child''s development process.
Teacher's Assistant
1 Year 4 Months- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing age-appropriate curriculum activities.
- Supported classroom management by fostering a positive learning environment for children.
- Organized educational materials and resources to enhance classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
- Mentored new teaching assistants on best practices for supporting diverse learners effectively.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and parents about their children's day.
Teacher's Assistant
1 Year 3 Months- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respectfulness, and an unwavering commitment to education excellence.
- Mentored new teaching assistants on best practices for supporting diverse learners effectively.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining open lines of communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books, and materials.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
Education
Master of Science - Learning Design And Technology
- 4.0 GPA
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
- Dean's List - SPRING 2025
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
- Dean's List - SPRING 2022
- PRESIDENTIAL STUDENT AMBASSADOR
Skills
Classroom support
Student engagement
Student supervision
Behavior management
Teacher support and collaboration
Student safety
One-on-one and small group instruction
Maintaining safe environments
Positive attitude
Cleaning and sanitizing
Helping students with special needs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Teacher's Assistant
University of Kentucky Early Childhood Laboratory
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Teacher's Assistant
Saints Peter And Paul Early Childhood Center
08.2024 - 12.2025Read More
Daycare Floater
Saints Peter And Paul Early Childhood Center
06.2020 - 07.2024Read More
University of Kentucky
Master of Science from Learning Design And Technology
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University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science from Interdisciplinary Early Childhood Education
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Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Associate of Arts from Early Childhood Care And Education
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