Lucía Jáuregui Sömme
Inclusion Lead
Dubai
Summary
Experienced and versatile educator, special educator, and educational leader with extensive experience across the British (National Curriculum of England), U.S. Common Core, and ASDAN curricula. A trauma-informed practitioner with strong expertise in behaviour management and safeguarding leadership, committed to creating safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environments.
Demonstrated expertise in special education leadership, curriculum design, and IEP development, alongside teacher training and whole-school development planning. Skilled in academic leadership, student and parent counseling, progress tracking systems, and board-level consultancy, with a strong commitment to driving educational excellence and student wellbeing.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
7
7
Certificates
Work History
Head of Education
Widad Center for Child Development
2019.08 - Current
- Lead the daily operations of a special education organization serving 65+ students and managing a team of 33 staff members. Oversee recruitment, professional development, curriculum design, and student progress tracking. Act as a consultant to the Board, supporting high-level strategic decisions. Designed and implemented the School Development Plan and robust progress monitoring systems to enhance organizational performance and educational outcomes.
Key Stage 2 Teacher
The Alpha International School Al Qusais,
2017.08 - 2019.07
- Delivered the National Curriculum of England (Key Stage 2) to Year 3 and Year 4 students. Served as Head of Year 3, providing academic leadership and pastoral oversight. Acted as School Counsellor, supporting student wellbeing and development. Led teacher training and performance evaluations to ensure high-quality teaching standards. Delivered the PE curriculum with a focus on the Swimming Programme.
MFL Spanish Teacher
A.C.L.E. (School of Spanish for Native and Non-native)
2018.09 - 2019.06
- Taught Spanish to 10–15 native and non-native primary students at Horizon International School, delivering engaging lessons tailored to diverse language abilities and promoting fluency and cultural understanding.
Homeroom Teacher KG 1
Zaya Early Learning
2016.09 - 2017.02
- Taught 15 plus students in a Waldorf Ed. Early Learning Center, delivering holistic, play-based education focused on creativity, social development, and experiential learning.
Homeroom Teacher
Widad School - Al Satwa
2012.09 - 2017.01
- Delivered the US Common Core curriculum to students in Grades 2, 5, and 8, planning and implementing standards-aligned lessons to support academic growth and differentiated learning.
Private Tutor
Grade 8 Math and Physics, Grade 9 Biology
2016.01 - 2016.06
- Taught Physics, Mathematics, and Biology within the U.S. curriculum, delivering standards-aligned instruction and fostering strong analytical and scientific thinking skills.
Skydiving Instructor and Coach, Head of Videography
Skydive Lillo
2007.03 - 2012.01
Senior Flight Attendant
Air Nostrum Business Regional Airline
2007.05 - 2008.03
Education
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
10.2012
Academic qualifications fully attested and legalised by the Embassy of the United Arab Emirates in Spain and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Dubai, with official equivalency certification issued by the UAE Ministry of Education.
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
06.2003
Partially completed degree
High School Diploma -
07.1998
Skills
Team-oriented approach
Effective leadership skills
Scheduling and coordination
Assessment of staff and student performance
Team mentoring
Guidance and support for parents
Certification
Safeguarding Lead Cetification
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate (B1)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Additional Information
https://youtu.be/c9JhnM7pRDE?si=8JC60hbCsaljEA5p
Timeline
Head of Education - Widad Center for Child Development
2019.08 - Current
MFL Spanish Teacher - A.C.L.E. (School of Spanish for Native and Non-native)
2018.09 - 2019.06
Key Stage 2 Teacher - The Alpha International School Al Qusais,
2017.08 - 2019.07
Homeroom Teacher KG 1 - Zaya Early Learning
2016.09 - 2017.02
Private Tutor - Grade 8 Math and Physics, Grade 9 Biology
2016.01 - 2016.06
Homeroom Teacher - Widad School - Al Satwa
2012.09 - 2017.01
Senior Flight Attendant - Air Nostrum Business Regional Airline
2007.05 - 2008.03
Skydiving Instructor and Coach, Head of Videography - Skydive Lillo
2007.03 - 2012.01
ESCUNI - Bachelor of Education, Primary Education
UEM European University of Madrid - Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science
Elian´s Boston - High School Diploma,
Software
Microsoft Teams/Office
Kinteract
Isams
Classroom Monitor
Seesaw/Class Dojo
Skills Builder