Lourdes Moya
@lourdesmoya
Experienced educator and programme leader specializing in Spanish and safeguarding.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic researcher and educator with over 10 years' experience designing and delivering educational and community-focused initiatives in the US and the UK.
I have led curriculum development, transitioned an MFL provision from French to Spanish, and created schemes of work for Years 1–6 while coordinating enrichment activities and progress tracking.
My background includes departmental leadership as Head of Latin and PSHEE, safeguarding and wellbeing oversight as a Boarding Mistress and teacher, and technical support roles managing digital platforms and content.
I combine strong research and data-organisation skills with stakeholder engagement, programme development, and cross-sector collaboration to deliver measurable educational and community outcomes.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Teacher of Spanish
Ruckleigh School
Sep 2019 - Present (6 years 5 months)
Designed and implemented long-term schemes of work for Years 1–6, transitioned MFL provision from French to Spanish and increased pupil and parent engagement; monitored progress and produced structured reports to support academic and pastoral outcomes.
Boarding Mistress (Part-Time)
Leaden Hall
Sep 2015 - Aug 2016 (11 months)
Oversaw safeguarding, health and emotional wellbeing of boarding pupils, maintained attendance and medical records, and coordinated weekend activity programming and logistics.
Head of Department
Hampton Court House School
Sep 2010 - Aug 2015 (4 years 11 months)
Led Latin curriculum strategy for Years 5–11 and directed PSHEE provision, designing and implementing a new curriculum that met Ofsted criteria while managing pastoral care and safeguarding responsibilities.
Technical Assistant
Ultrasis
May 2010 - Aug 2011 (1 year 3 months)
Maintained and updated digital platforms for an interactive healthcare company and supported technical and content management systems to ensure accurate online resources.
Researcher / Transcriber
Digital Classicist
Aug 2009 - Apr 2010 (8 months)
Researched, organised and transcribed Greek and Latin inscriptions from Roman Libya for digital publication, interpreting field data and preparing materials for collaborative academic projects.
Volunteer Teacher
The Iris Project
Sep 2008 - Jul 2009 (10 months)
Delivered Latin instruction in primary schools for an educational charity and developed accessible curriculum materials to engage young learners.
Programme Coordinator
MOCA
Aug 2005 - Sep 2006 (1 year 1 month)
Coordinated art festivals and educational outreach events in Los Angeles, managed membership databases and communications, and collaborated with partner organisations to support community programming.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
King's College London
Bachelor of Arts, Classical Studies
2007 - 2010
Grade: Upper Second Class Honours (2:1)
Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Classical Studies with Upper Second Class Honours, focusing on classical languages and literature.
Pasadena City College
2004 - 2006
Attended Pasadena City College for undergraduate coursework prior to transferring to a BA programme.
Benjamin Franklin High School
High School Diploma
2001 - 2004
Completed secondary education at Benjamin Franklin High School in Los Angeles.
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