Sandra Castellanos
Bakersfield,USA
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Educator with a proven track record at Bakersfield City School District, excelling in behavior management and social-emotional learning. Skilled in fostering positive relationships with students and parents, I implement creative problem-solving strategies to enhance classroom engagement and promote developmental growth. Certified in First Aid and CPR, I ensure a safe learning environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Bakersfield City School District
Bakersfield, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Supported children's social and emotional development through interactive play.
- Prepared educational materials and organized classroom resources effectively.
- Monitored student behavior and ensured a safe learning environment.
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging learning experiences for children.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance language and cognitive skills.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate behaviors.
- Facilitated social interactions among students during playtime or group activities.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bakersfiel city school district
Bakersfield, CA
11.2022 - 04.2025
- proact trained
- Provide instruction and support for SEL.
- Support student transitions.
- Behavior management: assisting with de-escalation, supporting the crisis team, implementing incentives, and teaching new skills.
- Collaborating and communicating with staff and parents.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Prepared visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to foster learning.
- Supervised recess activities to ensure safety of all students.
- Participated in staff development activities as assigned by school administration.
Preschool Teacher
Community Action Partnership Of Kern
Bakersfield, California
02.2015 - 02.2022
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies to enhance experiential learning outcomes.
- Established classroom environments through clearly defined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, educators, and therapists to foster collaboration.
- Created and executed developmentally appropriate curriculum tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated idea exchanges and resource sharing among coworkers to promote teamwork.
- Promoted positive behaviors by consistently applying reinforcement methods in classroom settings.
Preschool Teacher
El Centrito Family Learning Center
Oxnard, CA
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
Education
Child Development -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Active listening
- Social skills enhancement
- Collaboration with parents
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Classroom organization
- Child development expertise
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Social-emotional learning
- Creative problem solving
- First aid and CPR certification
- Early childhood education certification
- Pro-act trained
- bilingual
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Bakersfield City School District
04.2025 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Bakersfiel city school district
11.2022 - 04.2025
Preschool Teacher
Community Action Partnership Of Kern
02.2015 - 02.2022
Preschool Teacher
El Centrito Family Learning Center
08.2013 - 10.2014
Child Development -
Bakersfield College
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