Josu Mateo Amenedo
Bristol
Summary
Versatile and dedicated person with focus on individual needs of special education students. Empathetic and accommodating in design and implementation of hands-on lessons. Exceptional skills working with teachers, parents and specialists to meet educational needs of students. Imagination and creativity are my strength, and they tend to flourish with my passion for photography.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Teacher
Briarwood School
01.2023 - Current
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.
Early Years Assessor
Orange Moon Training
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Take overall responsibility for an agreed caseload of learners to provide high quality training, coaching, mentoring, instruction and assessment to learners to achieve their apprenticeship and/or qualification in a timely manner.
- Act as main point of contact for employers and learners, creating positive relationships with employers to support in the training and development of learners and, providing feedback on progress as required.
- Initially assess learners to determine their readiness for the apprenticeship programme, and to establish an individual learning plan to support their progression through the programme.
Early Years Teacher
Raised In Bristol
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Developed and implemented creative teaching strategies that increased student interest in course material.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Established positive relationships with parents and families, promoting open communication regarding student progress and wellbeing.
Early Years Teacher
Beckett Hall
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Promoted inclusivity within the classroom by addressing individual needs through differentiated instruction techniques.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Activity Leader
Kulturbide S.A
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Trained new staff members on company policies, procedures, and expectations to maintain consistent quality across all programs.
- Organized activities for students and created welcoming and supportive environment to encourage participation.
Primary School Teacher
Amor Misericordioso School
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Increased student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
Primary School Teacher
Santa María School
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Increased student comprehension by incorporating diverse teaching methods and materials to accommodate different learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and colleagues through effective communication and collaboration, fostering a supportive learning environment for students.
Education
Master’s Degree in Learning Difficulties -
Universitat Oberta De Catalunya (UOC)
Barcelona, Spain06.2025
Qualified Teacher Status
Teaching Regulation Agency
United Kingdom09.2020
Bachelor of Primary Education -
University of The Basque Country, UPV-EHU
Bilbao07.2019
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Creativity and Innovation
- Community Inclusion
- Empathy and patience
- Verbal and Nonverbal Communication
- Relationship Building
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-Solving
- Self Motivation
Additional Information
During these years I have done different voluntary work.
The first one was in a village in Morocco, doing activities with the children and painting schools.
The next ones were in small villages in Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, during my trip through Southeast Asia. I helped with the village chores and prepared classes for the children in the school.
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Basque
Advanced (C1)
Photography, videography
From a very early age I have loved taking photos and videos and editing them. I started with my mobile telephone and a few years ago I ended up buying my own camera. It's what I use to bring out my imagination and creativity. Many times it's an escape route as well. I have an eye for framing and taking amazing pictures.
Timeline
Special Needs Teacher
Briarwood School
01.2023 - Current
Early Years Assessor
Orange Moon Training
03.2022 - 01.2023
Early Years Teacher
Raised In Bristol
09.2021 - 03.2022
Early Years Teacher
Beckett Hall
10.2020 - 06.2021
Primary School Teacher
Amor Misericordioso School
01.2020 - 06.2020
Primary School Teacher
Santa María School
09.2019 - 12.2019
Activity Leader
Kulturbide S.A
06.2017 - 09.2020
Master’s Degree in Learning Difficulties -
Universitat Oberta De Catalunya (UOC)
Qualified Teacher Status
Teaching Regulation Agency
Bachelor of Primary Education -
University of The Basque Country, UPV-EHU
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