ROXANA MONTOYA CASTRO
Sun Valley
Summary
Compassionate and driven Direct Support Professional with experience coaching, mentoring, and supporting. Skilled in person-centered care, curriculum development, career readiness training, and fostering professional growth for interns and associates. Recognized for empathy, patience, and dedication helping interns achieve career success. Committed to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Tierra del Sol
09.2024 - Current
- Provide person-centered coaching and support to paid interns at National Health Foundation, helping them develop practical job and life skills.
- Develop and lead hands-on curriculum covering knife skills, kitchen techniques, food sanitation, customer service, professionalism, time management, and workplace expectations.
- Train interns in safe food handling, prep work, stocking, and maintaining cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
- Foster professional development through communication skills, efficiency, and adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Mentor interns in resume building, interview practice, job search strategies, and career readiness.
- Successfully guided three associates who secured direct hire positions at the National Health Foundation.
- Recognized with Spot Award and Incentive Award for outstanding contributions.
Talent Coordinator/Associate Producer
Estrella Media
01.2014 - 02.2024
- Developed strong relationships with music managers, Publicist and music labels.
- Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
- Inews, post produtction making sure VO's. FT and SOTs where ready with proper b-roll.
- Booked musical talent and booked makeup and hair if needed.
- Double check mp3 playback, mics and stage.
- Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
- Record Voice Overs
- Supported producers in decision-making processes, contributing valuable insights from a diverse range of perspectives.
Executive Assistant
Estrella Media
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Provided administrative and operational support, including scheduling, payroll, and correspondence management.
- Coordinated team logistics, maintained records, and ensured smooth day-to-day operations.
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
Production Assistant / Accountant
Liberman Broadcasting Media
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Managed scheduling, logistics, and documentation for staff and talent.
- Developed attention to detail, organizational skills, and compliance awareness applicable to DSP roles.
Education
High School Diploma -
John H. Francis Polytechnic
06.2007
Skills
- Person-Centered Coaching & Mentorship
- Curriculum Development: Knife Skills, Food Sanitation, Professionalism
- Career Readiness: Resume Building, Interview Practice, Job Search
- Safety & Hygiene Compliance
- Google Drive, Therap, ADP, Microsoft Office
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Client support
- Bilingual: English & Spanish
Certification
- Food Handler Certificate
- CPR & First Aid
- Code of Ethics Award
- Customize Employment – Pending October 2025
Languages
Bilingual: English & Spanish
Timeline
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Tierra del Sol
09.2024 - Current
Talent Coordinator/Associate Producer
Estrella Media
01.2014 - 02.2024
Executive Assistant
Estrella Media
01.2013 - 01.2014
Production Assistant / Accountant
Liberman Broadcasting Media
01.2011 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
John H. Francis Polytechnic