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Larisa Cuturean

Nuremberg

Summary

Passionate and adaptable teacher with a PGCE from King's College London and extensive experience in diverse educational settings, including international, multilingual, and nature-based learning environments. Experienced in implementing the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework at a primary and secondary level. Strong skill set in English as an Additional Language (EAL) instruction, inquiry-led teaching, project-based learning, and fostering social-emotional development in children. Proficient in outdoor learning methodologies and effective language acquisition strategies, I enjoy integrating hands-on experiences that make learning meaningful. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Romanian, I have a deep love for languages and celebrating different cultures. My work in various international settings has given me a strong awareness of how cultural backgrounds shape education, and I am deeply committed to creating inclusive, engaging classrooms where every child feels valued and inspired to learn.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Forest School Educator

World of Kids, Adidas
01.2023 - Current
  • Teaching immersive EAL to German speaking and international children in a bilingual forest environment.
  • Conducting parent-teacher meetings and offering daily feedback in multiple languages to meet the needs of international families.
  • Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through daily effective communication and collaboration on children's progress.
  • Integrating restorative practices such as yoga, reading quiet time or breathing exercises to encourage resilience and foster a positive environment.
  • Regularly collaborate with colleagues and SEN educators to share feedback, develop strategies, and ensure high-quality, inclusive education for all students.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clearly-defined expectations for behavior.
  • Creating original resources to support outdoor, play-based learning experiences aligned with the needs of individual children, integrating different learning areas such as technology, mathematical skills, science and languages.
  • In charge of PBL based on the innovative methodology of Ben Furman - successfully conducted individual and group long-term projects that helped children develop practical interpersonal and emotional skills.
  • Providing one-on-one emotional and academic support as a key teacher for new students.

Substitute Teacher

Franconian International School
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, including Spanish and EAL to middle school and secondary students following the IB MYP and DP programme.
  • Substituted as homeroom teacher on a weekly basis in Years 1 - 3, following lesson plans and reinforcing previous knowledge.
  • Taught different subjects, including the Little Wandle phonics program.
  • Contributed to school culture by offering and leading extracurricular activities: After School Spanish Club.
  • Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
  • Assisted in organizing and supervising school field trips in primary.
  • Collaborated with teaching staff to share resources, strategies and communicate effectively.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.

Creative Nursery Educator

KTB Kids
10.2019 - 11.2020
  • Developed play-based learning strategies inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach.
  • Used the EYFS system to keep track and support the development of key children.
  • Created original rhymes, books, and storytelling materials to foster early literacy and develop socio-emotional skills.
  • Led and supported daily trips to the park or around town.
  • Integrated movement-based learning through interactive yoga stories.

ESL Teacher (Erasmus Program)

It Sounds Fun
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Used the Interactive Board and Google Classroom to upload teaching resources, teach differentiated lessons and assess ostudents' progress.
  • Documented student attendance and progress against goals.
  • Created monthly academic status reports based on in-depth student evaluations.
  • Taught phonics and correct pronunciation by using Jolly Phonics.
  • Prepared middle school and secondary students for the Cambridge and IELTS exams.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.

Education

PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages -

King's College London
London, UK
06-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And English Language

University of Westminster
London, UK
06-2021

Baccalaureate - Bilingual Philology Studies (Spanish And Romanian)

Jean Louis Calderon High School
Timișoara, Romania
06-2016

Skills

  • Curriculum: British IB PYP & MYP Reggio Emilia Play-Based Learning Forest School
  • Teaching Approaches: Inquiry-Based Learning Differentiated Instruction Phonics & Literacy Development
  • Technology: Google Classroom Interactive Whiteboards MS Office
  • Classroom Management: Positive Behavior Strategies Multicultural Classroom Adaptability Scaffolding
  • Languages: English (Fluent) Spanish (Fluent) Romanian (Native) French (Intermediate) German (Intermediate)

Timeline

Forest School Educator

World of Kids, Adidas
01.2023 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Franconian International School
01.2023 - 01.2025

Creative Nursery Educator

KTB Kids
10.2019 - 11.2020

ESL Teacher (Erasmus Program)

It Sounds Fun
09.2018 - 06.2019

PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages -

King's College London

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish And English Language

University of Westminster

Baccalaureate - Bilingual Philology Studies (Spanish And Romanian)

Jean Louis Calderon High School

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