DANIELA SORINA CIURARIU
Bournemouth,Devon
Summary
I am a creative and dedicated educator with over 29 years of experience across Steiner/Waldorf and SEN education. My work spans English, Geography, Eurythmy, movement-based learning, and holistic child development, with a strong commitment to supporting children academically, emotionally, and artistically. I bring warmth, presence, and imagination into the classroom, creating developmentally appropriate learning experiences rooted in rhythm, creativity, and relationship. I am known for designing innovative resources, fostering a love of learning, and building strong, trusting relationships with pupils, colleagues, and families. Nature, movement, theatre, and speech are central to my approach to meaningful and embodied learning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
Waldorf Teacher | SEN Teacher
Ringwood Waldorf School
08.2024 - 12.2025
- In this role, I supported pupils with a range of special educational needs while teaching within the Waldorf framework. I worked closely with colleagues and families to ensure children felt safe, understood, and able to engage meaningfully with learning.
- Supported pupils with autism, ADHD, SEMH, and learning differences
- Differentiated learning to meet individual needs and learning styles
- Used emotional regulation and behaviour-support strategies with a calm, nurturing approach
- Created and implemented Individual Education Plans (IEPs)
- Maintained strong safeguarding awareness and child-centred practice
- Conducted careful observation and assessment to support wellbeing and progress
- Adapted creatively and flexibly to meet evolving classroom needs
- Additional subjects taught: English, Geography, Form Drawing, Painting, Music
- Additional role: Chair of the Collegiate – holding a central pedagogical and cultural leadership role grounded in shared responsibility, supporting the educational vision, professional integrity, and collaborative life of the school.
Eurythmy Teacher
Edinburgh Steiner School
09.2017 - 08.2024
- I taught Eurythmy to Classes 1–9, supporting children’s physical coordination, emotional balance, and cognitive development through embodied learning.
- Supported coordination, balance, spatial awareness, and body awareness
- Aligned movement activities with child developmental stages
- Connected movement with language, music, rhythm, and form
- Used Eurythmy to support emotional regulation, confidence, and social awareness
- Created a safe, rhythmic, and structured learning environment
- Encouraged cooperation, listening, and group awareness
- Additional roles:
- Lower School Lead – mentoring class teachers, supporting lesson planning, curriculum development, and reflective practice
- College of Teachers Member – contributing to teacher self-development and school coordination
- Festival Group Leader – supporting the artistic and community life of the school
- Additional subjects taught: Crafts (Classes 9–10) | Form Drawing (Classes 2–6) | Drawing (Classes 2–4)
Class Teacher
Hereford Steiner Academy
01.2013 - 07.2017
- As a class teacher, I focused on meeting each child developmentally while holding strong rhythm and structure in the classroom.
- Built warm, trusting relationships with pupils and families
- Taught through story, art, movement, and rhythm
- Designed and developed the Maths and English curriculum for Classes 1–8
- Practised careful observation and reflective teaching
- Additional roles: Active member of the College of Teachers, contributing to teacher self-development and delivering public self-development presentations.
- Additional subjects taught: Music – Classes 1–3
Class Teacher
St. Paul’s Steiner School, London
London
08.2011 - 12.2013
- Planned and delivered developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with Steiner principles
- Adapted teaching to diverse learning styles using visual, tactile, and auditory approaches
- Created engaging classroom environments and curriculum resources
- Active member of the College of Teachers, supporting curriculum development
- Additional subjects taught: Handwork – Classes 1–4 | Music – Classes 1–4
Head Teacher| Educational School Coordinator
Simeria Waldorf School
Simeria , Romania
09.1998 - 07.2011
- This was a pioneering period of my career, deeply formative in shaping my understanding of Waldorf education, child development, and school leadership.
- Contributed to curriculum development, report writing, and school culture
- Implemented interdisciplinary and experiential learning
- Worked creatively with limited resources, demonstrating adaptability and innovation
- Leadership roles: Head Teacher | Educational Coordinator
- Coordinated the implementation of the Waldorf curriculum across all classes
- Ensured learning aligned with child developmental stages
- Supported teachers with planning, resources, and pedagogical consistency
- Supported inclusive and SEN-informed practices
- Acted as a key communication link between teachers, leadership, parents, and governance
- Supported inspection readiness, documentation, and continuous improvement
- Additional subjects taught: English (Baccalaureate level) | Geography (Baccalaureate level)
Education
Master’s Degree - English
Bachelor’s Degree - English and Romanian Language & Literature
Bachelor’s Degree - Geology Engineering
Art of Eurythmy Diploma - undefined
Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) - Secondary English (UK)
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Skills
- Steiner / Waldorf Pedagogy
- SEN & Inclusive Practice
- Eurythmy & Movement-Based Learning
- Creative Curriculum Design
- Resource Creation & Lesson Planning
- Child Development (Ages 6–18)
- Emotional Regulation & Behaviour Support
- Theatre, Speech & Artistic Education
- Nature-Based & Experiential Learning
- Collaborative Teaching & Educational Leadership
- Interdisciplinary curriculum design
References
Available upon request
Professional Interests
Eurythmy & Embodied Learning, Theatre, Speech & Storytelling, Nature Education & Seasonal Work, Creative Arts in Education, Holistic & Inclusive Pedagogy
Timeline
Waldorf Teacher | SEN Teacher
Ringwood Waldorf School
08.2024 - 12.2025
Eurythmy Teacher
Edinburgh Steiner School
09.2017 - 08.2024
Class Teacher
Hereford Steiner Academy
01.2013 - 07.2017
Class Teacher
St. Paul’s Steiner School, London
08.2011 - 12.2013
Head Teacher| Educational School Coordinator
Simeria Waldorf School
09.1998 - 07.2011