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Rebeca Castillo

Early Learning Essentials (Head Start)
South Jordan,UT
1
Language
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience

Dedicated educator with experience in preschool instruction, curriculum development, and lesson planning. Skilled in adapting teaching strategies for diverse learners, including children with special needs. Holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Education focused on Montessori Elementary Education. Demonstrates flexibility and composure in high-stress environments.

Work History

Center Manager

1 Year 2 Months
Early Learning Essentials (Head Start) | 08.2025 - Current
  • Built strong relationships with parents, staff, and children to foster a supportive learning environment
  • Trained and coached staff in best classroom practices to enhance educational outcomes
  • Substituted for teachers in classroom, maintaining learning environment
  • Payroll for center staff

Lead Preschool Teacher

6 Years
Dancing Moose Montessori School | 08.2019 - 08.2025
  • Developed age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with preschool developmental milestones and learning goals.
  • Implemented school curriculum through engaging individual and group lessons to foster learning and development
  • Observed student progress and adjusted instruction to address individual academic and social-emotional needs.
  • Led Montessori classroom routines to support independence, concentration, and orderly transitions.
  • Supervised meal and nap times for children in a classroom setting

Upper Elementary Teacher

10 Months
Mountain West Montessori Academy | 08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Designed Montessori-aligned lesson plans supporting mixed-ability upper elementary learners across core academic subjects.
  • Delivered engaging lessons for 4th-6th grade students, fostering critical thinking and collaboration
  • Designed and executed Montessori curriculum, promoting hands-on learning and student independence
  • Guided independent work cycles using hands-on materials to strengthen concentration, organization, and self-direction.
  • Assessed student progress through observations, conferences, and academic records to inform differentiated instruction.

Upper Elementary Teacher

10 Months
IDEA Academy | 08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Designed Montessori-aligned lessons for upper elementary learners across core academic subjects.
  • Executed teaching responsibilities teaching Upper Elementary curriculum.
  • Designed and integrated Project Based learning into Montessori curriculum, enhancing student collaboration and real-world application.
  • Guided individualized instruction using observation data and student progress records.
  • Facilitated multi-age classroom routines that supported independence, collaboration, and accountability.

Lower Elementary Teacher (Special Needs Emphasis for 1st -3rd grade students)

3 Years 10 Months
Elizabeth Academy (Montessori School) | 08.2013 - 06.2017
  • Assisted in planning and implementing engaging curriculum tailored for diverse learners
  • Developed and modified individualized curriculum to meet needs of students with special needs
  • Assisted with planning and implementing curriculum for diverse student populations
  • Delivered lessons aligned with curriculum goals, fostering student engagement and understanding

Preschool Teacher

11 Months
Salt Lake Community College - Eccles Early Childhood Development Lab School | 08.2012 - 07.2013
  • Supervised and assessed student progress in early childhood program at Salt Lake City College, fostering development and learning outcomes.
  • Developed and delivered curriculum for basic reading and math skills, enhancing foundational literacy and numeracy in preschoolers.
  • Supervised and evaluated students in the early childhood program at the Salt Lake City College
  • Created daily snack menu for students

Education

M.D. - Education , Emphazis On Montessori Education

Westminster College | Salt Lake City, UT | 04-2016

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ | 08-2011

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Sierra College | Rocklin, CA | 04-2006

Semester abroad in Madrid, Spain

Skills

Montessori method
Curriculum development
Lesson planning
Child assessment
Developmental support
Individual instruction
Special needs assistance
Small group instruction
Age-appropriate activities
Parent communication
Team leadership
Child development
Sensorial education
Life skills

Certification

Montessori Lower Elementary Credential, Montessori Upper Elementary Credential

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Center Manager

Early Learning Essentials (Head Start)
08.2025 - CurrentRead More

Lead Preschool Teacher

Dancing Moose Montessori School
08.2019 - 08.2025Read More

Upper Elementary Teacher

Mountain West Montessori Academy
08.2018 - 06.2019Read More

Upper Elementary Teacher

IDEA Academy
08.2017 - 06.2018Read More

Lower Elementary Teacher (Special Needs Emphasis for 1st -3rd grade students)

Elizabeth Academy (Montessori School)
08.2013 - 06.2017Read More

Preschool Teacher

Salt Lake Community College - Eccles Early Childhood Development Lab School
08.2012 - 07.2013Read More

Westminster College

M.D. from Education , Emphazis On Montessori Education
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University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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Sierra College

Associate of Arts from General Studies
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Rebeca Castillo