MERY-ANN CASTILLO
Henderson,AUK
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with a demonstrated ability to create and implement versatile curricula across a broad spectrum of subjects. Proficient in inspiring students through positive encouragement and interactive classroom methodologies, reinforcing key concepts through observation. Successful in nurturing the development of students' literacy, numeracy, social, and overall learning skills. Currently navigating the process of having my overseas qualifications recognized by NZQA, I hold an unrestricted Partnership Work Visa. With eight years of teaching experience, I possess an Academic Degree in Bachelor of Education, specializing in Mathematics, and postgraduate degrees in Early Childhood Education.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
The Good Home
05.2023 - Current
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
Mathematics Teacher
Calera De Tango School
03.2020 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students achieve learning objectives.
- Maintained regular communication with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Implemented proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies to keep students on-task.
- Incorporated multiple teaching strategies into the classroom to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
- Fostered curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Teacher
Mounier School
03.2015 - 02.2020
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Incorporated diverse teaching strategies into the classroom to promote student engagement.
- Planned and implemented integrated lessons aligned with national standards.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
- Addressed individual strengths and weaknesses of students based on standardized testing results to encourage creative thinking and motivation.
- Designed and implemented exciting and engaging activities to promote student participation and hands-on learning.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to promote student-centered learning.
- Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
- Devised and implemented strategies to create and maintain cohesive school community within virtual classroom setting.
- Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to improve overall student GPA.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
Education
Intermediate Level - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
SEAFIELD
Auckland, NZ01.2023
Math Specialization - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Teacher Improvement Center
CPEIP12.2016
Bachelor of Education - Education
UNIVERSIDAD MIGUEL DE CERVANTES
SANTIAGO DE CHILE01.2014
VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN EARLY CHILDHOO - Early Childhood Education
Bicentenario Técnico Las Nieves
Santiago, Chile12.2009
Skills
- Behavioural Skills Development
- Special Education
- Motivating Students
- Organizational Development
- Positive Classroom Atmosphere Promotion
- Knowledge in Area of Expertise
References
Robert Noldus
Head Chef
Quality Hotel Lincoln Green
Good Home Lincoln Road
022 428 5957
chef@lincolngreen.co.nz
Holly Williams
Cher de Partie
Good Home Lincoln Road
020 402 81954
holly.ana@hotmail.com
Francisco Kaltwasser Hamilton
General Manager
Greenfood BLDV
Mob. +56961437679
francisco.kaltwasser@gmail.com
Julio Toro Otey
Principal
Mounier School
Mob. +56993691359
jestebantoro@gmail.com
Heriberto Espindola
Principal
Calera de Tango School
Mob. +56942252351
hespindola07@gmail.com
Timeline
Kitchen Hand
The Good Home
05.2023 - Current
Mathematics Teacher
Calera De Tango School
03.2020 - 09.2022
Teacher
Mounier School
03.2015 - 02.2020
Intermediate Level - English-as-a-Second-Language Education
SEAFIELD
Math Specialization - Education of Individuals in Elementary Special Education Programs
Teacher Improvement Center
Bachelor of Education - Education
UNIVERSIDAD MIGUEL DE CERVANTES
VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN EARLY CHILDHOO - Early Childhood Education
Bicentenario Técnico Las Nieves
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