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Trasa Castillo
Wichita,KS
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 25 years of experience in diverse teaching roles, seeking remote opportunities to leverage a rich background in education while embracing new challenges. A strong commitment to continuous professional development has been cultivated through extensive training and support from Wichita Public Schools, fostering deep expertise in instructional strategies and student engagement. Passionate about sharing knowledge and skills, ready to transition into a role that allows for personal growth and meaningful contributions in a remote setting.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Studies Department Chair
Wichita Public Schools, Northwest High School
Wichita, KS
01.2007 - Current
- Championed district and building initiatives to enhance collaboration by navigating challenges and ensuring clear communication between team members and district policies.
- Engaged with both veteran and novice teachers to enhance classroom management and lesson planning strategies.
- Cultivated a supportive environment through attentive listening to colleagues.
- Strategically designed class schedules that optimize student offerings while respecting teacher preferences.
- Oversaw department budget and resource allocation, ensuring efficient use of materials.
- Assisted in the planning and facilitating of annual Social Studies district in-services and professional development sessions.
Social Studies Curriculum & Instructional Teams
Wichita Public Schools
Wichita, KS
2001 - Current
- Delivered high-quality learning targets, essential questions, and enduring understandings that enhanced curriculum effectiveness.
- Produced detailed unit, pacing, and instructional guides that supported all grade levels.
- Contributed to the refinement of Kansas History, Government, and Social Studies standards in 2013.
- Facilitated interactive training sessions focused on curriculum and instruction for educators.
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Wichita Public Schools, Northwest High School
Wichita, KS
01.2001 - Current
- Deemed Highly Qualified by the State of Kansas for both in-person and online courses.
- Integrate research-based instructional methods and cooperative learning to create an engaging History lessons that promotes literacy and critical thinking.
- Partner with para-educators and special education teachers to deliver tailored educational experiences.
- Completed comprehensive training in diversity and leadership to foster inclusive learning environments.
- Mentor new educators by leading model classroom presentations, hosting student and pre-student teachers to enhance their teaching skills and cultivating a supportive atmosphere for professional growth.
Education
Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Baker University
Baldwin City, KSBachelor of Arts in Education - Secondary Education, Comprehensive Social Studies
Wichita State University
Wichita, KSSkills
LEARNING MANAGEMENT & COMMUNICATION
- Zoom, MS Teams, Canvas
EMAIL & CALENDAR MANAGEMENT
- Gmail, Outlook
PRODUCTIVITY
- MS Office Products, Google Suite Applications
CREATIVITY
- Canva, YouTube, Final Cut Pro
Certification
- Professional Teaching License from the State of Kansas
Interests
Timeline
Social Studies Department Chair
Wichita Public Schools, Northwest High School
01.2007 - Current
Secondary Social Studies Teacher
Wichita Public Schools, Northwest High School
01.2001 - Current
Social Studies Curriculum & Instructional Teams
Wichita Public Schools
2001 - Current
Master of Arts in Education - Curriculum and Instruction
Baker University
Bachelor of Arts in Education - Secondary Education, Comprehensive Social Studies
Wichita State University