VICTOR CASTREJON
Farmersville
Summary
Growth-mindset–oriented educator with three years of classroom experience designing and implementing engaging lesson plans independently and collaboratively with a mentor teacher. Dedicated to creating a student-centered learning environment that supports student engagement, critical thinking, and skill development. Skilled in analyzing student data to inform instruction and differentiate learning to meet individual student needs.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Teacher
Hanford Elementary School District
Hanford, California
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed lesson plans that engaged students and met state standards.
- Facilitated discussions that promoted active student participation and critical thinking.
- Implemented assessment strategies to gauge student understanding.
- Collaborated with colleagues to improve instructional strategies and student learning outcomes.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress and needs.
CO Teacher, 5th grade
Jefferson Elementary
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Solo and co created lesson plans alongside mentor and partner teacher.
- The Next Step Forward Guided Reading by Jan Richardson.
- The Next Step Forward in Word Study and Phonics by Jan Richardson.
- Full year class room experience with a mentor.
PE and Lead Teacher
VDA inc
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Created lesson plans that supported fine and gross motor skills.
- Monitored student progress.
- Fostered social and emotional development.
- Classroom management and collaboration with parents.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Alder
Bachelor of arts - liberal studies
California State University Fresno
Associates of arts - undefined
College of the Sequoias
Skills
- Data driven instruction
- Inquiry based learning
- Reflective practice
- Collaborative learning
- Leveraging technology to enhance instruction
- Language Development Standards embedded in all instruction
- Student centered
- UDL implementation
- Parent-teacher communication
Languages
Spanish: Professional
English: Native/Bilingual
Timeline
6th Grade Teacher
Hanford Elementary School District
08.2025 - 06.2026
CO Teacher, 5th grade
Jefferson Elementary
06.2024 - 06.2025
PE and Lead Teacher
VDA inc
01.2023 - 06.2024
Bachelor of arts - liberal studies
California State University Fresno
Associates of arts - undefined
College of the Sequoias
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum & Instruction
University of Alder