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Gladys Palencia De la Vina
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Gladys Palencia De la Vina

237 Avenida Da Praia Grande, Floor 3 A, Edif. Tak Va,

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

English Tutor AssistantKindergarten Teacher IOnline ESL TeacherSubstitute TeacherPreschool and Kindergarten Teacher

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: 237 Avenida Da Praia Grande, Floor 3 A, Edif. Tak Va,, PH
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

115000/yr - 200000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balance

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Education and English teacher with 9 years of experience, including international exposure in Macau and online teaching through a US-based platform. Expertise in crafting engaging and inclusive learning experiences for young learners in both traditional classrooms and online ESL environments. Proficient in employing diverse teaching methodologies, such as Jolly Phonics, to instill a passion for learning and achieve exceptional student outcomes, demonstrated by a proven track record of improving student performance by 80%. Committed to adapting to varied cultural contexts while eager to extend global impact by nurturing young minds in a new international setting.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

English Tutor Assistant

Centro de Educação Lider Macau
Macau
06.2025 - 02.2026
  • Facilitated summer English classes for 30+ kindergarteners (ages 4-6) using Jolly Phonics, fostering foundational literacy in a play-based environment.
  • Designed and delivered integrated English and art lessons that boosted language retention and student confidence.
  • Collaborated with Macanese tutors on lesson prep, classroom management, and progress monitoring.
  • Provided targeted support to 90 primary students (ages 7-12) in homework, writing, and vocabulary – resulting in 80% improvement in performance.
  • Ensured student safety and maintained a welcoming learning environment.
  • Prepared daily tea food for learners, facilitated safe daily pick-ups and drop-offs, and managed other daily tasks to support the learning environment.

Kindergarten Teacher I

Panacmalan Elementary School, Department of Education
Candoni, Philippines
09.2022 - 05.2025
  • Developed dynamic lesson plans aligned with K-12 and Matatag curricula for 20 students (ages 4-6), integrating play to promote creativity and problem-solving.
  • Advocated for play-based learning through colleague training and school initiatives.
  • Enhanced early literacy skills through phonics and comprehension strategies, improving reading fluency in 90% of students.

Online ESL Teacher

Novakid Global
San Francisco, California, USA
11.2020 - 11.2021
  • Taught English to diverse students (ages 4-12) from global backgrounds using NovaKid Global's platform.
  • Adapted teaching styles to individual needs, maintaining 95% attendance and high engagement through interactive lessons.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching and communication, evidenced by consistently positive parent feedback and a maintained 5-star rating, reflecting a commitment to student success and satisfaction.

Substitute Teacher

Candoni Central Elementary School, Department of Education
Candoni, Philippines
06.2019 - 04.2020
  • Designed play-based activities (dramatic play, sensory exploration) for 30 kindergarteners (ages 3-4), enhancing social-emotional development.
  • Supported classroom management and documented developmental progress for teachers and parents.
  • Assisted in Department of Education program activities, contributing to broader educational initiatives.

Preschool and Kindergarten Teacher

Our Lady of Lourdes Kinder School
Candoni, Philippines
06.2016 - 04.2019
  • Executed thematic, developmentally appropriate curricula for 18-22 students (ages 3-6) through hands-on activities and literature.
  • Successfully contributed to student enrollment almost tripling (increasing by approximately 185%, from 27 to 77 enrollees) over three consecutive years.
  • Collaborated with staff on school-wide events and integrated educational technology into lessons.

Education

Advanced Teaching English As A Foreign Language -

International Open Academy
Dublin, Ireland
04.2026

Teaching English To Young Learners (TEYL) -

TESOL/TEFL - A 120-Hour Certificate Course
Nueva Ecija, Philippines
04.2026

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education

Central Philippines State University
Kabankalan City, Philippines
12.2024

Teaching English As A Foreign Language (TEFL) -

TESOL English Teacher Training Center
Iloilo City, Philippines
12.2019

Bachelor of Elementary Education - General Education

Kabankalan Catholic College
Kabankalan City, Philippines
03.2015

Skills

  • Interactive learning techniques
  • Virtual learning platform expertise
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Strong vocabulary skills
  • Online teaching capabilities
  • Building rapport and trust
  • Student-parent-teacher collaboration
  • Encouraging and motivating students
  • Group tutoring
  • Organizational and time management skills
  • Creating teaching materials
  • Continuous professional development

Interests

Public Speaking, Camping, Community Service, Cross-cultural exploration, Adventure Travel, Creative play/ arts and craft, Digital Creativity, Child development advocacy

Hobbies

  • Hosting

Confident and articulate with a strong passion for public speaking and hosting. Experienced in emceeing various events including weddings, school programs, and government functions. Also performed voice-over work for official presentations and activities. Possess excellent communication skills and stage presence.

  • Crafting

Passionate about integrating arts and crafts into teaching. Managed a side business designing and crafting custom invitations, giveaways, and tokens for various occasions such as birthdays, baptisms, weddings, and government events. Applied these creative skills to develop engaging learning materials and interactive activities to make lessons more fun and effective.

LANGUAGES

English: Full Professional Proficiency
Filipino: Native
Cantonese: Basic Survival Proficiency

Accomplishments

    Licensed Professional Teacher

    Professional Regulation Commission (PRC)

    Valid Until: January 2, 2030

    License No.: 1418368

Certification

  • Phonics Teaching Guide, Alison Learning (2026-02)
  • Master Classes for Kindergarten Teachers Across All Learning Areas, Department of Education, Philippines (2024-11)
  • Cluster-Based Training of Teachers on MATATAG Curriculum for Kinder, Grade 1, Grade 4 and Grade 7, Department of Education, Philippines (2024-07)
  • Early Childhood Education Seminar on Teaching, Central Philippines States University (2024-03)
  • Training-Workshop in Coaching and Officiating for Various Sports Disciplines, Department of Education, Philippines (2023-12)
  • District Research Capacity Building for Teachers and School Heads, Department of Education, Philippines (2023-08)
  • Preparation of CY 2023: School Annual Implementation Plan (AIP), Project Procurement Management Plan (PPMP) and Annual Procurement Plan (APP), Department of Education, Philippines (2022-11)

Timeline

English Tutor Assistant

Centro de Educação Lider Macau
06.2025 - 02.2026

Kindergarten Teacher I

Panacmalan Elementary School, Department of Education
09.2022 - 05.2025

Online ESL Teacher

Novakid Global
11.2020 - 11.2021

Substitute Teacher

Candoni Central Elementary School, Department of Education
06.2019 - 04.2020

Preschool and Kindergarten Teacher

Our Lady of Lourdes Kinder School
06.2016 - 04.2019

Advanced Teaching English As A Foreign Language -

International Open Academy

Teaching English To Young Learners (TEYL) -

TESOL/TEFL - A 120-Hour Certificate Course

Master of Education - Early Childhood Education

Central Philippines State University

Teaching English As A Foreign Language (TEFL) -

TESOL English Teacher Training Center

Bachelor of Elementary Education - General Education

Kabankalan Catholic College
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