Erin Castillo

5008 Coopers Landing Dr. 3D Kalamazoo, MI 49009

248-884-5213
em.castillo12@gmail.com
erincastillo.weebly.com
Education
Michigan State University East Lansing, MI
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification Internship Program May 2017
Graduate Coursework: 12 credits towards a Masters in Special Education Cumulative GPA: 4.0

Michigan State University East Lansing, MI

Bachelors of Arts with Honors May 2016
Major: Special Education- Learning Disabilities Cumulative GPA: 3.7

Certifications
Elementary Education grades K-5
Language Arts Endorsement grades 6-8
Learning Disabilities Endorsement grades K-12

Teaching Experience
Lakeview Middle School- Battle Creek, MI August 2017- Current
5 -6 Grade Special Education Teacher- Resource Program Math and Science
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 Provide specialized instruction for 5th grade students with Learning Disabilities and Emotional
Impairments through the pull out/small group instruction model
 Support students in the areas of 5th and 6th grade math and science through the push in/co-
teaching model
 Established a classroom positive behavior reward system, as well as individual behavior contracts
that align with school behavior expectations
 Utilize Crisis Intervention and Prevention training and strategies to defuse anxious, hostile, or
violent behavior situations at the earliest possible stage to maintain a safe learning community
 Implemented a school-wide electronic accommodation documentation system for Resource
Room, Intensive Resource Room, and Functional programs
 Develop and provide accommodations and modifications to the common core curriculum inside
the general education setting in order to allow students access to curriculum
 Created a progress monitoring system in which students collect data and record progress towards
their personal academic and behavior goals
 Maintain special education records in compliance with state laws and district expectations
 Collaborate with general education teachers through Professional Learning Communities to
ensure a positive, consistent learning experience for all students
 Participated in extensive equity training to better provide an equitable educational experience

Wacousta Elementary- Grand Ledge, MI January 2017- April 2017

Teacher Intern- 3rd Grade General Education Classroom
 Lead Taught all 3rd grade core subject areas
 Provided accommodations for special education students inside the general education classroom
 Attended and participated in school-wide MTSS and DIBLES/NWEA data analysis meetings
 Served as a selected member of DIBLES administration team
 Provided instruction using Journeys Core Literacy Program and Everyday Mathematics
 Utilized Capturing Kids Hearts to effectively manage classroom environment and behavior
Wacousta Elementary- Grand Ledge, MI August 2016- December 2017
Teacher Intern- Kindergarten-4th Grade Learning Disabilities Categorical Classroom
 Collaborated with professionals such as the school social worker, school psychologist,
occupational therapist, speech therapist, dean of students, school counselor, and vison consultant
in order to implement IEP programs and services
 Provided intense intervention in reading, writing or math for students 2 or more years behind
grade level through a replacement curriculum
 Supported students in multiple core and replacement programs such as Language!, PALS Reading
and Math, Phonics for Reading, Equals Math, Michael Haggerty and Zoo Phonics
 Participated in a Functional Behavior Assessment and Individual Behavior Intervention Planning
Team including implementation of the plan inside general and special education settings
 Facilitated IEP and REED meetings
 Administered progress monitoring assessments such as AIMS-WEB and DIBELS on a bi-weekly
basis

Professional Development
Math Recovery Bridges Math Intervention Crisis Intervention and Prevention (CPI)
DIBELS Everyday Mathematics Journey’s Core Literacy Program
Language! Fourth Edition PALS Math Intervention Various Equity Trainings

Technology and Educational Applications

 Oversaw student progress on computerized programs for reading and math such as AutoSkill
Academy, Scientific Learning Reading Assistant, Khan Academy Mappers, and Prodigy Math
 Utilized technology applications such as Tienet and Illuminate for IEP, PowerSchool and Skyward
for attendance, grades, and parent communication

Other Leadership Positions

ESY Tutor for elementary and middle school students Summer 2017
Caregiver for children with disabilities April 2017-August 2017
Night Reception Level III Student Supervisor-MSU March 2014- January 2017
Outreach Tour Guide - MSU March 2014- September 2016

Honors and Achievements

Undergraduate Dean’s List: Fall 2013-Spring 2016
2016 Heart and Soul Award by Michigan State University for time, effort, and personal commitment
to community engagement.
Student Employee Scholar Award 2016 by Michigan State University for outstanding academic
achievement while employed.

References
Jayna Price, Current Mentor
5358 Stoney Brook
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
jayna108@gmail.com
(269) 986-0726
Devon Detmers, Former Mentor Lauren Russel, Former Supervisor
1023 E. Colonial Park 1020 Adams St.
Grand Ledge, MI 48837 Owosso, MI 48867
detmersd@glcomets.net russe392@msu.edu
(517) 489-0855 (989) 413-6467