GUILHERME MENDES
Teacher
Summary
Dedicated and energetic language teacher with more than six years in early childhood education and management, passionate about language learning and committed to promoting an inclusive, engaging learning environment to all students, currently pursuing a master's degree in Applied Linguistics.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Teacher
Monkey Tree
06.2019 - 06.2023
- Promoted to Head Teacher in August 2021.
- Trained and mentored new teachers, carrying on regular teacher observations, providing guidance on effective classroom management and teaching strategies.
- Organized projects and crafts that complemented the curriculum while fostering teamwork and development of children’s motor skills.
- Assisted teachers in customizing teaching materials based on individual student needs to promote an inclusive learning environment for all.
- Led and managed the teaching staff, being responsible for aspects such as daily operations, staff supervision, student progress, and reporting to regional supervisor and center manager.
Senior Teacher
Field Education
12.2016 - 12.2018
- Promoted to Senior Teacher in December 2017.
- Served as a mentor to new teachers and teaching assistants, providing help with lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, leading to increased involvement in their child's education.
- Actively engaged in ongoing curriculum development efforts to ensure relevance for all learners.
Project Manager, Responsible for Communication
Royal Norwegian Consulate General / Innovation Norway
08.2007 - 07.2016
- Joined the team as a Trainee in August 2007. Got promoted to Market Analyst in October 2011, then to Project Manager in May 2014.
- Managed the communication and media strategy, coordinating media and submitting regular articles to business magazines, having served as ‘Responsible for Communication’ starting in January 2013.
- Participated in the development of various market reports on key business sectors in Brazil, aiming to attract Norwegian investments in Brazil.
Guide, Bilingual Interpreter
H.Stern
01.2010 - 01.2009
- Assisted customers and visitors throughout a guided tour of the workshops
Education
Master of Philosophy -
University of Macau
Macau, China07.2025
Postgraduate Certificate -
Liverpool John Moores University
Liverpool, England01.2023
TESOL Certificate -
Uni-Prep Institute
California, USA06.2016
French Language Course - undefined
Alliance Française Paris
CBA in International Relations - undefined
IBMEC
Norwegian Language Course - level 4 - undefined
University of Oslo International Summer School
Project Management Certificate - undefined
Fundação Getúlio Vargas
Petroleum and Gas E&P - undefined
LabECO
Bachelor of Arts -
Centro Universitário Da Cidade
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil09.2010
Skills
Language teaching instruction
Staff management
Academic advising
Curriculum development
Media management
Graphic design
Data analysis
Languages
Portuguese
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2
Spanish
Proficient
C2
French
Advanced
C1
Norwegian
Advanced
C1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Upper intermediate
B2
Chinese (Cantonese)
Intermediate
B1
Italian
Intermediate
B1
German
Intermediate
B1
Software
Microsoft Office
Adobe Photoshop
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/26/1989
- Nationality: Brazilian/Chilean
Timeline
Head Teacher
Monkey Tree
06.2019 - 06.2023
Senior Teacher
Field Education
12.2016 - 12.2018
Guide, Bilingual Interpreter
H.Stern
01.2010 - 01.2009
Project Manager, Responsible for Communication
Royal Norwegian Consulate General / Innovation Norway
08.2007 - 07.2016
Master of Philosophy -
University of Macau
Postgraduate Certificate -
Liverpool John Moores University
TESOL Certificate -
Uni-Prep Institute
French Language Course - undefined
Alliance Française Paris
CBA in International Relations - undefined
IBMEC
Norwegian Language Course - level 4 - undefined
University of Oslo International Summer School
Project Management Certificate - undefined
Fundação Getúlio Vargas
Petroleum and Gas E&P - undefined
LabECO
Bachelor of Arts -
Centro Universitário Da Cidade