Blanca Escalera Gonzalez
Knowsley,Merseyside
Summary
I am a dedicated professional with strong experience in communication, assessment and evaluation. I consider myself highly organised and confident in record keeping, teamwork, analysing progress and attainment, and writing reports. I feel comfortable using IT systems and known for being a strong communicator with good emotional awareness and adaptability. I have solid organisational and problem-solving skills, along with experience in policy and curriculum development. I am passionate about using these skills to help improve educational outcomes and support institutional goals.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work history
Specialist Teacher (Music, MFL and EAL)
Pleasant Street Primary School
LIVERPOOL
09.2014 - 02.2026
- Teacher and Subject Leader/ Co-ordinator for Music, EAL, and MFL across the school.
- Cohesive curriculum planning and high-quality teaching to pupils of all ages (3-11).
- Production of policies, whole school development plans and bespoke curriculum.
- EAL interventions using structured language-development programmes working closely with Family Support Worker and SEND teams to support multilingual learners and their families.
- Delivery of CPD on EAL strategies and inclusive language teaching.
- Monitor student progress, manage assessment data, and implement improvement and development plans.
- Support teacher in the Speech and Language unit delivering individual targeted interventions to children with Speech and Language impediments across the school (WELLCOMM).
Supply Teacher with full time permanent work
CAPITA EDUCATION
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Supply Teacher with a full-time permanent placement at Pleasant Street Primary School from 1st September 2012, serving as Reception Class Teacher for seven months and as a Class Teacher in the Speech & Language Unit for the remainder of the placement.
Classroom Teacher and Specialist MFL (English)
Laude Altillo International School (Spain)
09.2008 - 09.2011
- Classroom Teacher and Specialist MFL (English) Teacher with extensive experience across both Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
- Prepared primary school-aged children for ESL exams through Cambridge and Trinity, providing targeted instruction to build their language skills, confidence, and exam readiness.
- Assisted special needs students individually, promoting inclusivity within the classroom.
- Participated in Parent Teacher Association meetings regularly; fostered strong relationships within school community.
SEND Supply TA and LSA
Select Education, Liverpool
11.2007 - 08.2008
- Supply SEND Learning Support Assistant at the ASD assessment centres of Matthew Arnold and Barlows Lane.
- Learning Support Assistant at The Royal School for the Blind.
Family carer
N/A
MADRID
02.2007 - 10.2007
- Relocated to Spain to provide support and care for a family member during a critical time.
Client Services Officer
QM Legal Costs – Liverpool
Liverpool
04.2005 - 01.2007
- Received and allocated legal files related to client claims.
- Liaised with solicitors and legal firms for case updates and documentation.
- Maintained an agenda of court dates to ensure deadlines and appointments were met.
Spanish Teacher & Nursery Assistant
Margarita’s Nursery – Liverpool
Liverpool
02.2005 - 04.2005
- Delivered Spanish lessons to small groups of children aged 3–5 years.
- Assisted with general nursery duties supporting daily activities.
- Ensured a safe and engaging environment for children.
Customer Help & Technical Support
Mondial Assistance – Madrid, Spain
Madrid
02.2004 - 01.2005
- Provided support to customers involved in road accidents.
- Coordinated with ambulance services and towing companies for timely assistance.
- Maintained records of customer interactions and service requests.
Au-Pair in Haxey - England
CRI (International Relations Club)
Haxey, North Lincolnshire
09.2003 - 01.2004
- Assisted English family with childcare duties over four months.
- Supported children with homework and language practice.
- Enhanced personal English language skills through daily interactions.
English Teacher
CTM (Madrid)
Madrid, Spain
06.2003 - 08.2003
- Delivered tailored training sessions to enhance professional skills of taxi drivers in Madrid.
Call Centre & Customer Advice
Telefonica Moviles – Madrid, Spain
Madrid
01.2002 - 04.2003
- Facilitated directory information services for visually impaired customers, ensuring accessibility and support for mobile service inquiries.
Saleslady
Museum Musei – Madrid (Airport)
Madrid
10.2000 - 12.2001
- Delivered customer service in an art replica shop at Madrid - Barajas International Airport, enhancing customer experience and satisfaction.
Performances & agenda Organizer
‘El Montacargas’ Theatre - Madrid
Madrid
12.1999 - 07.2000
- I assisted with scheduling and organising events at a small independent theatre, supporting smooth operations and event coordination.
Office and Customer Care
Construcciones Emec S.A – Madrid, Spain
Madrid
06.1997 - 09.1999
- I managed client and provider communications and performed general office duties, including administrative support and record keeping.
Education
QTS -
General Teaching Council-England
United Kingdom 05.2007 - 5 2007
BA in Education with QTS - Education with MFL
University Complutense Madrid
Madrid, Spain 09/2000 - 02/2004
Post-Graduate Course - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
Madrid, Spain 03.2004 - 4 2004
A-Levels - Humanities and Science
Miguel Delibes Institute
Madrid, Spain 09/1995 - 09/1997
Skills
- Effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues
- Assessment and evaluation
- Case management
- Record keeping
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data analysis
- Report writing
- IT skills
- Strong communication skills
- Emotional intelligence and adaptability
- Organisational and problem-solving skills
- Policy and curriculum development
LANGUAGES:
English
Fluent
Spanish
Native
Affiliations
- Music
Timeline
Specialist Teacher (Music, MFL and EAL)
Pleasant Street Primary School
09.2014 - 02.2026
Supply Teacher with full time permanent work
CAPITA EDUCATION
04.2012 - 08.2014
Classroom Teacher and Specialist MFL (English)
Laude Altillo International School (Spain)
09.2008 - 09.2011
SEND Supply TA and LSA
Select Education, Liverpool
11.2007 - 08.2008
QTS -
General Teaching Council-England
05.2007 - 5 2007
Family carer
N/A
02.2007 - 10.2007
Client Services Officer
QM Legal Costs – Liverpool
04.2005 - 01.2007
Spanish Teacher & Nursery Assistant
Margarita’s Nursery – Liverpool
02.2005 - 04.2005
Post-Graduate Course - Teaching Spanish as a Second Language
03.2004 - 4 2004
Customer Help & Technical Support
Mondial Assistance – Madrid, Spain
02.2004 - 01.2005
Au-Pair in Haxey - England
CRI (International Relations Club)
09.2003 - 01.2004
English Teacher
CTM (Madrid)
06.2003 - 08.2003
Call Centre & Customer Advice
Telefonica Moviles – Madrid, Spain
01.2002 - 04.2003
Saleslady
Museum Musei – Madrid (Airport)
10.2000 - 12.2001
Performances & agenda Organizer
‘El Montacargas’ Theatre - Madrid
12.1999 - 07.2000
Office and Customer Care
Construcciones Emec S.A – Madrid, Spain
06.1997 - 09.1999
BA in Education with QTS - Education with MFL
University Complutense Madrid
09/2000 - 02/2004
A-Levels - Humanities and Science
Miguel Delibes Institute
09/1995 - 09/1997