Victoria Castro
Farmington,NM
Summary
Passionate professional with a versatile background in education and athletics. Known for strong mentorship abilities and collaborative teaching strategies. Committed to fostering personal growth in students and athletes alike.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
High School Spanish Teacher
Farmington Municipal Schools
Farmington, NM
08.2023 - Current
- Increased student motivation by incorporating creative elements into traditional lessons, such as storytelling, games, and role-playing activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary projects that reinforced Spanish language skills across multiple subject areas.
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor student progress and adjust instructional methods accordingly.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research related to second-language acquisition.
Assistant Softball Coach
Farmington Municipal Schools
Farmington, NM
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted in developing practice strategies to enhance team performance and skill development.
- Collaborated with head coach to design training sessions focused on player conditioning and technique refinement.
- Provided mentorship and feedback to athletes, fostering personal growth and teamwork skills.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement in player performance and overall team strategy.
Head Girls Varsity Soccer Coach
Farmington Municipal Schools
Farmington, NM
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed training programs to enhance player skills and team strategies.
- Fostered a positive team environment, encouraging collaboration and sportsmanship among athletes.
- Analyzed game performance to identify strengths and areas for improvement in players.
- Coordinated logistics for practice schedules, transportation, and equipment management.
High School Spanish Teacher
Thatcher Unified School District
Thatcher, AZ
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed students'' language proficiency by employing immersive teaching techniques in the classroom.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club and field trips to reinforce language learning outside the classroom setting.
- Utilized a variety of assessment tools to evaluate student performance objectively, providing valuable data for instructional decision-making processes.
- Provided personalized feedback to students, fostering improvement in their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
Assistant Girls Varsity Softball Coach
Thatcher Unified School District
Thatcher, AZ
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Conducted evaluations of player progress, providing feedback for continuous development.
- Collaborated with school administration to ensure compliance with athletic regulations and standards.
- Organized fundraising events to support program needs and enhance community engagement.
- Analyzed game footage to identify areas for improvement and refine training techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching With A Specialization in Spanish
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NM05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Public Health With An Emphasis in Global Health
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-2021
Associate of Arts - General Education
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ08-2018
Skills
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Student-centered learning
- Cooperative learning
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Parent-teacher communication
- Team teaching
Accomplishments
- 2022-2023 Quarter 3 Teacher of the Quarter.
- Employee of the Month- October 2025.
- Staff Royalty for 2026
- Given the opportunity to attend ACTFL conference in New Orleans, November 2025.
Certification
- New Mexico State of Education Alternative Licensure Teacher Certification- Expires 6/30/2028
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Softball Coach
Farmington Municipal Schools
01.2025 - Current
High School Spanish Teacher
Farmington Municipal Schools
08.2023 - Current
Head Girls Varsity Soccer Coach
Farmington Municipal Schools
06.2023 - 12.2023
Assistant Girls Varsity Softball Coach
Thatcher Unified School District
01.2023 - 05.2023
High School Spanish Teacher
Thatcher Unified School District
08.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Teaching With A Specialization in Spanish
Western New Mexico University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health With An Emphasis in Global Health
University of Arizona
Associate of Arts - General Education
Pima Community College