maria paula may
@mariapaulamay
Early childhood education leader specializing in Reggio Emilia and pedagogical innovation.
What I'm looking for
I am an early childhood education specialist with over 25 years of experience in high-standard international institutions, focused on Reggio Emilia-inspired learning environments and team leadership.
I have led pedagogical documentation, interdisciplinary planning, and integration of the arts across curricula while supporting multicultural families and collaborating with diverse teams.
Currently I am expanding my professional practice within the IB/PYP framework and continue to design child-centered learning environments, mentor staff, and develop programs that emphasize socio-emotional development.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Teacher
Colegio Americano de Quito
Integrated arts into the academic curriculum and developed interdisciplinary learning projects while managing classrooms and monitoring student development across a 13-year period.
Senior Teacher
Academia Cotopaxi
Led implementation of Reggio Emilia–inspired, child-centered learning environments and pedagogical documentation, improving interdisciplinary planning and family guidance across multicultural teams over a 13-year tenure.
Founder & Director
Meraki Yogarte
Founded and directed a children’s yoga and arts initiative for 8 years, designing programs that integrated movement, music and socio-emotional learning for young children.
Early Childhood Teacher
Colegio Anglo Colombiano
Delivered early childhood education, managed classrooms and supported student development over a 5-year period, emphasizing intercultural communication and inclusive practices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Universidad El Bosque
Postgraduate Studies in Art and Folklore, Art and Folklore
1998 -
Completed postgraduate studies in Art and Folklore with emphasis on integrating music and arts into the curriculum.
Fundación Universitaria Los Libertadores
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Education
1994 -
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education with focus on child-centered pedagogy and arts integration.
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