LAARNI ZULUETA RIVADENEIRA
Gifu Prefectural Board of Education (The JET Programme)
Las Piñas
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
A dedicated and accomplished Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT) offering 16 years of expertise in curriculum design, inclusive pedagogy, and diversity management. Deeply committed to fostering academic excellence, global citizenship, and multicultural education.
Work History
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) & Visiting Teacher (SPED)
4 Years 9 Months- Designed communication-driven EFL curricula centered on real-world applications, cultural sensitivity, and critical thinking for senior high school students.
- Coordinated a two-year international cultural exchange partnership with Laton High School (USA) to launch the Pen Pal Project for authentic linguistic practice, cross-cultural competence, and global awareness.
- Evaluated high school contestants qualifying for the national speech competition finals in Tokyo, Japan.
- Developed and executed individualized EFL learning strategies to support students with diverse physical, cognitive, and behavioral needs.
- Collaborated closely with specialized educators to implement positive behavioral interventions and optimize classroom inclusivity.
- Supported team-teaching lessons, strengthening student speaking and listening engagement.
Module Writer
- Authored instructional modules on 21st Century Literature from the Philippines and the World for senior high school students nationwide.
- Crafted hybrid learning plans integrating digital and traditional media to ensure educational continuity while transitioning to emergency remote learning.
- Edited and proofread modules for grammar, clarity, style, and content.
English & HUMSS Teacher, Homeroom Teacher, & Club Moderator
10 Years- Delivered differentiated instruction for remedial and standard English learners.
- Developed learner-centered curricula in advanced gender studies and literary criticism for the Program of Excellence in English classes.
- Collaborated with the British Council Philippines for a student street-play adaptation of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night at Bonifacio Global City.
- Designed and instructed output curricula for specialized courses including Creative Writing, Creative Nonfiction, and Literary Theory and Criticism.
- Created global citizenship curriculum integrating core themes of peace education, gender equality, and social justice.
- Spearheaded student well-being through structured journaling and peer-affirmation programs.
- Managed and budgeted operations for multiple cross-disciplinary student guilds in theater, music, and literature.
Education
Master of Arts in Education (M.A. Ed.) - Literature
- Status: Completed 39 units of advanced graduate coursework.
- Key Achievement: Research Forum Writer: “The Zizekian Deconstruction of the Marxist Concepts on Capitalism and Morality: Its Relevance in 21st Century Literature.”
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Secondary Education (AB/BSE) - Literature
- Key Achievement: Recipient of the Best Thesis Award: “A Mythological-Archetypal Approach to Selected Regional Works in Philippine Literature.”
Skills
Education and Pedagogy
Leadership and Project Management
Cross-Cultural and Global Competency
Creative and Media Production
Teacher Collaboration
Student Engagement
Parent Communication
Asian Literature
Certification
- Licensed Professional Teacher (LPT) | Professional Regulation Commission (Philippines) passed the Professional Licensure Examination with a specialization in Bachelor of Secondary Education in English in 2008.
- IELTS Academic | Band Score: 8.0 (valid until May 2028)
Interests
- History and Culture
- Sports and Fitness
- Nature and Traveling
- Photography
- Literature
- Movies
- Music
Related Work Experiences
- Civil Service Examinations English Reviewer, DBP Service Corporation (Philippines) I 2016-2018
- Program Consultant, La Vie Institute Center for Personal and Professional Growth, (Philippines) I 2015
- Literature Teacher, St. Scholastica’s College- Manila (Philippines) I 2008-2009
Leadership and Global Engagement
English Summer Camp Facilitator & Resource Speaker I Gifu Prefectural Board of Education (Japan) I2021- July 2026
- Spearheaded prefecture-wide cultural exchange programs for secondary students on nationalidentity, international folklore, and global citizenship.
- Conducted English-led cross-cultural activities for diverse student groups from regional high schools in Gifu.
Participant I Covenant for a Million Tolerant Initiative (United Arab Emirates) I 2019
- Participated in the specialized educational seminar, "Social Studies for Non-Arabs," at Zayed House for Islamic Culture (ZHIC) in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Completed interactive modules on cross-cultural communication, community coexistence, and the UAE’s frameworks for global tolerance and societal harmony.
Co-founder I ALAB (Philippines) I 2014-2019
- Partnered with acclaimed artists and creators to launch diverse arts and cultural programs that foster a love of the arts among Filipino youth.
- Organized fundraising campaigns that secured 11,000 school kits for elementary students, prosthetic limbs, and financial aid for underserved communities.
Head Coach & Delegation Head I World Scholar’s Cup (Yale University) I 2016
- Led the Philippine national delegation to the prestigious Tournament of Champions at Yale University in Connecticut, USA.
- Coached elite teams to high-ranking finishes in debate, essay writing, and collaborative problem-solving against 700+ competitors from over 50 countries.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONS, MEDIA, & AWARDS
- Nominee, President's Award for Teaching Excellence | Miriam College High School, Philippines (2018)
- Appointee, JET Kizuna Ambassador Appointment | JET Programme, Japan (2021-2025)
- Guest, Diplomatic Courtesy Calls | Office of the Vice President (Manila) & Philippine Consulate General (New York) | 2016
- Author, "A Tanka Trail" | AJET Connect Magazine, Japan (2026)
- Featured Guest Artist | MBC Media Group (Manila Broadcasting Company) | 2015
- Winner, Prefectural Photo Contest | Gifu JET Programme, Japan (2022, 2024, 2025)
Timeline
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) & Visiting Teacher (SPED)
Gifu Prefectural Board of Education (The JET Programme)
10.2021 - 07.2026Read More
English & HUMSS Teacher, Homeroom Teacher, & Club Moderator
Miriam College High School
01.2009 - 01.2019Read More
Module Writer
Rex Publishing Corp
2019 - 01.2020Read More
PHILIPPINE NORMAL UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts in Education (M.A. Ed.) from Literature
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PHILIPPINE NORMAL UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Secondary Education (AB/BSE) from Literature
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