TIFANY RAY CASTRO
Pinellas Park Middle School | Pinellas County Schools
Clearwater,Florida
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Middle school English Language Arts teacher with a background in U.S. public schools and K–12 classrooms in the Philippines. Brings lesson planning, differentiated instruction, reading comprehension, analytical writing, assessment-driven instruction, and classroom management, along with regular collaboration with parents, colleagues, and school teams to support student growth.
Work History
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
2 Years 3 Months- Deliver standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction to students in a U.S. public middle school.
- Developed and implemented engaging lessons that enhanced reading comprehension, literary analysis, vocabulary, grammar, and argumentative and analytical writing skills.
- Provide differentiated instruction, scaffolding, and targeted support to meet the diverse academic and language-learning needs of students, including English learners.
- Utilized formative assessments and classroom observations to monitor student progress and adapt instructional strategies.
- Established and maintained classroom expectations that fostered student engagement and promoted a positive learning environment.
- Communicate with parents and collaborate with colleagues and school personnel to support student achievement and development.
- Participated in professional learning, collaborative planning, and school-based instructional initiatives.
Teacher III – Junior High School English Teacher
7 Years 11 Months- Planned and taught English lessons aligned with Philippine K–12 curriculum.
- Assessed student learning and delivered targeted feedback and interventions to foster academic growth.
- Advised Grade 8 students on academic progress, behavior, and personal development.
- Developed instructional materials and facilitated curriculum implementation and improvement initiatives.
- Oversaw curricular and co-curricular activities, including student journalism and school publication projects, enhancing student engagement.
- Communicated with parents and worked with teachers, school leaders, and other stakeholders.
- Engaged in professional development programs, seminars, and training initiatives organized by the school and Department of Education.
Full-Time Montessori Teacher
4 Years 9 Months- Applied Montessori principles and developmentally appropriate instructional strategies to support independent learning and holistic development.
- Prepared engaging learning activities and organized a supportive, child-centered classroom to enhance student development.
- Taught Primary students in diverse subjects, fostering engagement and a love for learning.
- Monitored academic progress and documented findings to inform tailored instructional strategies.
- Acted as a Grade 2 classroom adviser, supporting classroom routines, student development, and parent communication.
Education
Master of Arts in Education - English
Bachelor of Secondary Education - English
Skills
Middle school English instruction
Lesson planning and alignment
Differentiated instruction
English learner support
Assessment techniques
Classroom management skills
Curriculum development
Reading analysis
Analytical writing
Creative writing mentorship
Learning collaboration
Parent collaboration
Personal Information
Title: English Language Arts Teacher | Middle School Educator
Certification
- Florida Exchange Teacher Certificate – Florida Department of Education, USA
- Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT) – Philippines; passed the Licensure Examination for Teachers, September 2011
LEADERSHIP AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
- School Paper Adviser in English
- Guided students in school journalism, writing, editing, and publication activities.
- Coached student participants in schools press conferences and journalism competitions.
- Teacher Trainer and Resource Speaker
- Shared instructional practices and professional knowledge through teacher training, curriculum workshops, and professional learning activities.
- Curriculum and Instructional Material Development
- Contributed to the development of learning modules, lesson plans, and instructional resources to support curriculum implementation and student learning.
Timeline
Middle School English Language Arts Teacher
Pinellas Park Middle School | Pinellas County Schools
08.2024 - CurrentRead More
Teacher III – Junior High School English Teacher
Del Rosario Integrated School | Schools Division of the City of San Fernando
06.2016 - 05.2024Read More
Full-Time Montessori Teacher
OB Montessori Center, Inc.
06.2011 - 03.2016Read More
Don Honorio Ventura State University
Master of Arts in Education from English
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Holy Angel University
Bachelor of Secondary Education from English
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