Ashley Castro
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Enthusiastic, compassionate and dedicated professional committed to fostering students' academic, social and emotional growth. Experienced teaching several grades with differentiated instruction. Fostered a creative and inclusive teaching environment prioritizing student's success and well-being.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
French Immersion Teacher
École Herbert Spencer/École Lord Tweedsmuir
New Westminster, BC
09.2024 - Current
- Fostered an inclusive environment in a Grade 1 and Grade 4/5 French Immersion class.
- Participated in professional development opportunities related to teaching strategies for teaching French immersion classes.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, activities and assessments in French to meet the learning objectives of students.
- Adapted curriculum materials according to the needs of individual learners when necessary.
Special Needs Assistant
Private
Coquitlam, BC
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Met one-on-one with an individual with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and implemented targeted behavioral plans.
- Supported client with personalized accommodations: using public transportation and assisting in everyday errands.
- Maintained focused, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Planned activities to foster client's personal needs and assisted in developing social competencies.
French and English Tutor
Private
Port Coquitlam, BC
04.2017 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented individualized lesson plans for students based on their needs and learning styles.
- Addressed specific student needs through parent and teacher coordination.
- Coached students through challenging material with positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Assisted students in developing reading comprehension strategies, grammar rules, and writing techniques.
- Recommended supplementary books, software, and other learning materials.
French Teacher
Holy Cross Regional High School
Surrey, BC
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Letter of Permission
- Grade 10 and Grade 11 Core French
- Developed lesson plans and activities that focused on French grammar, pronunciation, and culture.
- Created multimedia presentations to supplement classroom instruction.
- Coordinated with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum.
- Motivated students by providing positive feedback when they achieved success in class tasks.
- Held parent meetings regarding student progress in the Core French program.
- Adapted materials based on individual needs of each student within their ability level.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations and other assigned work.
Education
Bachelor of Education - French Specialization
University of British Columbia
07-2024
Bachelor of Arts - French And Education
Simon Fraser University
06-2023
Skills
- Fluent in French
- Cooperative and collaborative in group settings
- Communicative and adaptive in all situations
- Inclusive, organized, patient, passionate
References
Nathalie Tremblay - Teacher/French Coordinator
- ntremblay@sd40.bc.ca
- 604-831-5146
Robert Swansborough - UBC Faculty Advisor
- robert.swansborough@ubc.ca
- 604-614-4794
Timeline
French Immersion Teacher
École Herbert Spencer/École Lord Tweedsmuir
09.2024 - Current
Special Needs Assistant
Private
06.2023 - 12.2023
French Teacher
Holy Cross Regional High School
01.2023 - 06.2023
French and English Tutor
Private
04.2017 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Education - French Specialization
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - French And Education
Simon Fraser University
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