PRINCESS CATHERINE BUSTOS
Orlando,USA
Summary
Motivated Middle School Teacher with experience teaching required curriculum using engaging teaching methods. Driven to share insightful lessons on grammar, spelling, writing processes, and other key areas. Enthusiastic about helping students develop and achieve full potential.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Middle School Teacher – English Language Arts (Grades 6–7)
Lockhart Middle School
Orlando, USA
01.2024 - Current
- Became familiar with the established curricula and school standards.
- Planned, designed, and delivered standards-based instruction to diverse learners.
- Differentiated instruction to address diverse learning needs, fostering inclusive education and supporting academic growth.
- Implemented content-area reading strategies aligned with school goals.
- Analyzed formative and summative assessment data to tailor instructional decisions, improving student learning outcomes.
- Established and maintained positive, structured classroom environment, enhancing student engagement and adherence to behavior policies.
- Communicated and collaborated effectively with parents, colleagues, and stakeholders.
- Attended and actively participated in district planning days and school collaborative team meetings.
- Served as one of the facilitators in planning sessions for 6th-grade teachers, focusing on classroom management and student engagement.
Public School Teacher (Grades 8 & 10 – Asian and World Literature; STE & Journalism)
Muñoz National High School
Muñoz, Philippines
08.2016 - 05.2024
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lessons in Asian Literature, World Literature, STE (Science, Technology, and Environment), and Journalism aligned with the K–12 curriculum.
- Coached students in journalism, enhancing their skills for school publications and competitions.
- Assessed student learning through quizzes, exams, projects, and performance tasks.
- Provided remedial instruction and support to students needing additional help.
- Served as a classroom adviser, mentoring students and coordinating with parents/guardians.
- Organized and supervised extracurricular and co-curricular activities, promoting student engagement and community involvement.
- Participated in school programs, workshops, and professional development activities to enhance teaching skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues in curriculum development and school improvement initiatives.
- Presented during school trainings and workshops, sharing knowledge with participants.
- Years in Service: 8
Delegate / Ambassador – South Korea-Philippines Teacher Exchange Program
Byunggok Elementary School
, South Korea
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Represented the Philippines by integrating Philippine culture, Global Citizenship Education, and English in multicultural classrooms at Byunggok Elementary School in South Korea.
- Participated as a delegate in the Annual Forum for Global Citizen Teachers in the Philippines and APCEIU (Asia-Pacific Centre of Education for International Understanding).
- Gained experience handling and interacting with students with special education needs.
Online/Summer Class Teacher
YMB Engloo
Pasig City, Philippines
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Taught online and summer English classes to Korean students.
- Communicated and instructed entirely in English to enhance language proficiency.
High School Teacher – English & Christian Living
Philadelphia High School
, Philippines
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Taught English to Grades 7, 8, and 9.
- Taught Christian Living to Grade 10 students.
- Developed lesson plans, assessments, and activities aligned with the K–12 curriculum.
- Monitored student progress and provided support to improve learning outcomes.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - English Language Education
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines01-2024
Master of Arts - English, Major in Applied Linguistics
Nueva Ecija University of Science And Technology
Cabanatuan City, Philippines09-2022
Bachelor of Secondary Education - English
Central Luzon State University
Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija Philippines04-2015
Advanced ROTC Course -
Central Luzon State University
03-2014
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Student mentorship
- MS office proficient
- Public speaking expert
Certification
- Temporary Exchange Teacher Certificate (Grades PK–12), Florida Department of Education, 09/17/24, 07/01/24, 06/30/27
- Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET), Secondary Level, Philippines – Professional Regulation Commission, 05/01/15
References
- Stephanie Kasper, ESE TEACHER, GIFTED Colleague, +1 407-948-4404, stephanie.kasper@ocps.net
- Altresse M. Coleman, ASST PRINCIPAL, MIDDLE, +1 850-322-4554, altresse.coleman@ocps.net
- Alisha M. Teague, Program Specialist, Secondary Literacy, Alisha.teague@ocps.net
- Elliott Choi, OCPS School Psychologist, +1 859-248-1853, Elliott.Choi@ocps.net
Accomplishments
Teacher of the Month
Timeline
Middle School Teacher – English Language Arts (Grades 6–7)
Lockhart Middle School
01.2024 - Current
Delegate / Ambassador – South Korea-Philippines Teacher Exchange Program
Byunggok Elementary School
04.2019 - 07.2019
Public School Teacher (Grades 8 & 10 – Asian and World Literature; STE & Journalism)
Muñoz National High School
08.2016 - 05.2024
Online/Summer Class Teacher
YMB Engloo
05.2016 - 08.2016
High School Teacher – English & Christian Living
Philadelphia High School
06.2015 - 04.2016
Doctor of Philosophy - English Language Education
Philippine Normal University
Master of Arts - English, Major in Applied Linguistics
Nueva Ecija University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Secondary Education - English
Central Luzon State University
Advanced ROTC Course -
Central Luzon State University