Claudia Castellanos
Early Childhood Specialist
Raleigh
Summary
Early childhood professional with proven track record in educational program development and implementation. Known for fostering collaborative work environments and achieving impactful results. Recognized for adaptability and reliability in dynamic settings. Expert in child development and behavior management, with focus on teamwork and results-oriented strategies. Long experience working with Hispanic and American cultures.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Dual Language Teacher
Onslow County Schools
08.2019 - 05.2024
- Promoted healthy social-emotional growth in children by fostering a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of educators, therapists, and specialists to provide comprehensive support for students with special needs or challenges.
- Assessed developmental milestones using standardized tools, creating customized lesson plans to address each child''s needs effectively.Maintained open lines of communication with parents, updating them on their child''s performance and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Served as a liaison between the school and local community organizations that support bilingualism and multiculturalism in education.
Elementary Grades Bilingual Teacher
Colegio Colombo Gales
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Increased overall class performance by implementing interactive and collaborative learning activities.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of bilingual teaching methods and culturally relevant materials.
- Established strong rapport with students through genuine interest in their well-being and academic growth, promoting a positive classroom culture.
- Utilized formative assessments throughout the semester to identify areas needing improvement, tailoring instructional approaches accordingly for optimal results.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings, providing progress updates, and addressing concerns promptly.
Early Childhood Consultant
Plan International
09.2016 - 12.2016
- Provide independent professional services to carry out the implementation of the technical referents of Initial Education, within the framework of integral attention, operational
manuals of the Colombian Institute of Family Welfare and the political, technical and management fundamentals of the Zero strategy. - Provided valuable input on policy development initiatives within the organization, contributing to ongoing improvements in service delivery standards.
- Led teacher training sessions on integrating technology into the classroom, increasing student engagement and enhancing digital literacy skills.
- Advocated for early intervention services at both local and national levels, promoting increased accessibility for families in need of specialized support systems.
- Collaborated with educational organizations to promote best practices in early childhood education, raising overall program quality.
Elementary Grades Bilingual Teacher
Gimnasio Campestre Los Alpes
01.2012 - 10.2015
- Increased overall class performance by implementing interactive and collaborative learning activities.
- Boosted student engagement through the incorporation of bilingual teaching methods and culturally relevant materials.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in bilingual education and pedagogy.
- Enhanced parent-teacher communication by conducting regular meetings, providing progress updates, and addressing concerns promptly.
Education
MPA - International Development
University of York
York, United Kingdom 05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Universidad Pedagogica Nacional
Bogota, Colombia 05.2001 -
Skills
Student engagement
Teaching strategies
Observation and documentation
Parent-teacher collaboration
Child development
Professional development commitment
Social-emotional learning
Early intervention strategies
Developmental needs
Problem-solving
Certification
Seminary “Prevention of Sexual Abuse in Children and young people”, Secretaría de Educación Distrital
Timeline
Early Childhood Development: Global Strategies for Implementation
11-2024
Dual Language Teacher
Onslow County Schools
08.2019 - 05.2024
Elementary Grades Bilingual Teacher
Colegio Colombo Gales
03.2017 - 06.2019
Early Childhood Consultant
Plan International
09.2016 - 12.2016
Effective policies of Child Developmnet , Banco Interoamericano de Desarrollo
07-2016
Project Management, Banco Interoamericano de Desarrollo
06-2016
Elementary Grades Bilingual Teacher
Gimnasio Campestre Los Alpes
01.2012 - 10.2015
Communication and Public Speaking Course. Univer sity of Richmond.
08-2010
Seminary “Prevention of Sexual Abuse in Children and young people”, Secretaría de Educación Distrital
06-2007
MPA - International Development
University of York
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Universidad Pedagogica Nacional
05.2001 -
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