CARMINA CORTEZ
Espoo,Espoo Finland
Summary
Teacher with a strong background in early primary education, including lesson planning, classroom management, and English-language instruction. Creates safe and encouraging learning spaces, supports individual learning needs, and helps children participate actively in daily classroom activities.
Overview
3
3
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Cabacao Elementary School
Abra de Ilog, Occidental Mindoro
01.2015 - 01.2024
- Planned and delivered age-appropriate lessons and learning activities.
- Assessed pupils' learning progress and offered targeted support.
- Tailored support for pupils with diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Created a safe, positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Facilitated active participation of children in classroom activities.
- Supported children's academic, social and emotional development.
- Instructed pupils using English to enhance language skills.
- Communicated with parents and collaborated with colleagues.
- Taught Grade 1 and Grade 2 pupils.
Education
BACHELOR - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Occidental Mindoro State College
Philippines01-2013
SUPPLEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION STUDIES -
University of Oulu
Finland01-2026
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Child development and learning support
- Individual learning support
- English-language instruction
- Working with young children
- Supporting children's social and emotional development
- Positive learning environments
- Communication and teamwork
- Patience and empathy
LANGUAGES
Filipino / Tagalog — Native
English — Good
Finnish — Basic; actively studying and developing language skills
KEY QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years of teaching experience
- Grade 1–2 teaching experience
- Bachelor in Elementary Education
- Finnish-recognized Kasvatustieteen kandidaatti
- 60 ECTS recognized teacher pedagogical studies
- 20 ECTS supplementary studies completed at the University of Oulu
- Experience working with young children
- Classroom management and learning support
- English-language teaching experience
- Patient, caring and responsible approach to children
- Strong motivation to develop Finnish language skills
Timeline
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Cabacao Elementary School
01.2015 - 01.2024
BACHELOR - ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
Occidental Mindoro State College
SUPPLEMENTARY TEACHER EDUCATION STUDIES -
University of Oulu