Michelle Castillo OBJECTIVE

Note: This student decided to use most of the information that Bro.
Maxfield (from Teacher Education) teaches about CV’s, because she
will be applying for a teaching job upon graduation, rather than going
to graduate school.
Michelle Castillo
The student chose to differentiate
herself from others through an
objective statement that would speak
to the bottom line of her audience
(i.e., using best practices to help
students reach their goals and
potential). She also chose not to
include relevant courses because they
are required of all students in this
field and would be a waste of space.
65 South 1st West Apt. 216 ▪ Rexburg, ID 83440 ▪ [email protected] ▪ 801.376.8155
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a full-time position teaching young children with disabilities, where my ability to implement best practices would
foster growth, progress and goal achievement.
EDUCATION
Graduation Apr. 2013
CERTIFICATIONS
Dec. 2008
Apr. 2009
Apr. 2009
B.S. Early Childhood Special Education. Brigham Young University-Idaho; Rexburg, ID
This section was included before the experience section
because an applicant cannot teach without these certifications.
Idaho State Literacy Exam I
Idaho State Literacy Exam II
Idaho State Literacy Exam III
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
The applicant felt the dates would be
the most important thing for her
audience to see first, so she included
them on the left. She also liked the look
of having the dates on the left as well.
Apr. 2010 - Jul. 2010
Interventionist. Brigham Young University-Idaho; Rexburg, ID
• Collaborated with other interventionists to create best learning and engaging environment for child with autism
while using best practices
• Coordinated multiple schedules to provide weekly intervention sessions to meet the needs of the child
• Established communication and adaptive goals for child to help achieve self-efficacy through functional use of
language and self-help skills
• Created innovative and beneficial interventions for child to achieve IEP goals
Apr. 2010 - Jul. 2010
Preschool Teacher. “R” Children Preschool, Brigham Young University-Idaho; Rexburg, ID
• Created lesson plans to provide quality and real life experiences for children
• Managed 21 3-5 year olds 3 times a week to maintain consistency and organization within the classroom
Apr. 2010 - May 2010
1st Grade Literacy Practicum. Adams Elementary School, Madison School District; Rexburg, ID
• Adapted reading centers for children with learning disabilities and below average reading levels
• Developed strong classroom management skills while teaching and supervising up to 20 students
Oct. 2009 - Apr. 2010
Student Director. Brigham Young University-Idaho; Rexburg, ID
• Observed peer facilitators’ level of effectiveness in engaging students, and taught college age students principles of
contributing successfully to the vision and mission of BYU-Idaho
• Trained peer facilitators to become powerful tools in the classroom by teaching and demonstrating strategies for
lesson planning, classroom management and effective discussions
Jun. 2009 - Dec. 2009
Peer Facilitator. Brigham Young University-Idaho; Rexburg, ID
• Facilitated optimal learning with college aged students by asking stimulating questions and implementing engaging
activities
• Developed effective lesson plans to provide a deeper understanding of curriculum for students to realize their full
potential at BYU-Idaho
• Evaluated participation and assignments of students while encouraging them to become better students in college
Sep. 2006 - Mar. 2008
Full-time Volunteer Missionary.The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; Cebu, Philippines
• Planned and taught life improvement lessons to multiple individuals and families daily
• Taught values and principles to people in the community to foster resiliency and bring them out of poverty
• Learned the native language, Cebuano, within 8 months of being in the area to more effectively communicate with
the public
It is important to use bullets to explain what you
accomplished or demonstrated for previous employers,
rather than only listing the job duties. Not every 3rd grade
teacher is going to learn the same thing. There are
different experiences that you will have, depending on
where you work and who you work with.
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Volunteered 65-70 hours per week through teaching, and rendered miscellaneous service to local community
members
Oriented and familiarized other representatives in each geographical area covered
May 2004 - Oct. 2004
Volunteer English Teacher. Rose Education Foundation; Chimaltenango, Guatemala
• Prepared 2-3 lesson plans and taught up to 25 Guatemalan children daily
• Simplified ESL curriculum for preschool aged children to provide greater understanding of basic English
communication skills
• Trained ESL students to move to a higher level of learning within 5 months
• Worked with parents, faculty and students of a different culture to find common ground and break language barrier
The applicant included an ‘other experience’ section because she felt that the
adaptability, communication, and teaching skills she enhanced in this position
were highly relevant to an early childhood/special education audience.
Other EXPERIENCE
Apr. 2009 - Jul. 2010
Career Preparation Mentor and Trainer. BYU-Idaho Career Services; Rexburg, ID
• Educated and taught college age students on maximizing the potential of their résumés and cover letters through
clear and concise instruction and positive feedback
• Brainstormed résumé ideas with multiple students daily to create a powerful and marketable résumé for various
employers
• Critiqued and offered feedback to other mentors to provide best quality services and consistency for all students
• Catered to and adapted instruction and feedback to a diverse student population with varied professional needs
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Apr. 2009
Sep. 1998 - May 2001
The applicant included a volunteer section to show other
strengths and provide more information to her audience about
contributions she has made in helping others learn and grow.
New Student Orientation Representative. Brigham Young University-Idaho; Rexburg, ID
Special Education Peer Tutor. Lone Peak High School; Highland, UT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND HONORS
2010
2010
2002
1999-2002
Scholarship Recipient from Education Department
Full-tuition Student Leader Scholarship Recipient
Received Young Woman Achievement Award
Member of High School Marching Band/Color Guard
SKILLS AND HOBBIES
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word and Power Point
Fluent in speaking, writing and reading the Cebuano Language
Enjoy swimming, rollerblading and being outdoors
This student included an ‘accomplishments and
honors’ section to show that she excels in education
and community settings. She also included a ‘skills
and hobbies’ section so that her audience could get a
feel for additional ‘perks’ that would come along
with hiring her. Maybe they would need someone to
work with a Cebuano speaking family, or someone
to teach the swimming unit in P.E.
REFERENCES
Education:
Van Christman
Teacher Education Department Chair
BYU-Idaho
[email protected]
208.496.2015
Joyce Anderson
Teacher Education Faculty
BYU-Idaho
[email protected]
208.496.1344
Professional:
Barbara Thompson
Internship & Career Services
BYU-Idaho
[email protected]
208.496.2853
Van Crawford
Peer Instruction Coordinator
BYU-Idaho
[email protected]
208.496.2598
Personal:
Salonna Thomas
[email protected]
801.765.5134
Michele Oxborrow
[email protected]
801.276.3569
The applicant included educational, professional and personal references to provide a wider
variety of people to for her audience to contact. These are listed in order of importance.
When student teaching is completed, there will be another “teaching” reference section
including her university supervisor and cooperating teacher. She will also request letters of
recommendation from them.