JULIA MARTINEZ WATT

Dynamic and forward-thinking international school leader with a distinguished career in Lima, Penang, Bangkok, and Madrid. Specializes in curriculum innovation, inclusive education, and early years excellence, with a proven track record of embedding data-informed practices that elevate educational standards. Renowned for delivering impactful professional development in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and Talk for Writing, empowering educators with essential tools and knowledge to transform learning environments. Committed to fostering inclusive, high-performing school cultures where both students and staff thrive, recognized for setting benchmarks in global education while inspiring others to lead with vision and purpose.

• Organised the region's first EYFS Leadership Conference with over 50 attendees.
• Delivered online INSETs for South America through the Latin American Heads Conference on EYFS.
• Implemented White Rose Maths, Talk for Writing, Monster Phonics, and Phonics Tracker—significantly improving literacy and numeracy outcomes.
• Led whole-school inclusive education strategies, embedding UDL and EAL/SEND practices.
• Mentored aspiring leaders and facilitated CPD across four international settings.
• Successfully mentored Teaching Assistants through their PGCE at the University of Sunderland.
• Introduced a data-driven Early Years Centre to enhance planning, assessment, and instructional impact.
• Successfully launched a new international school in Bangkok, managing recruitment, operations, and curriculum development.

• Plan, deliver, and evaluate lessons within the Early Years curriculum while managing concurrent leadership duties.
• Support staff in implementing practices aligned with the British EYFS Framework and National Curriculum for KS1.
• Monitor and review teaching quality through regular performance evaluations and feedback.
• Promote a positive and developmentally appropriate learning environment both indoors and outdoors.
• Coordinate assessment and moderation cycles, including EYFS baseline and GLD data tracking.
• Provide line management to Early Years staff, encouraging professional growth and collaborative practice.
• Analyse school performance data to inform planning and targeted improvements.
• Contribute to the development of admissions and marketing approaches to engage prospective families.
• Design and review action plans aligned with broader school objectives.
• Lead and participate in staff meetings and INSET sessions to support professional learning.
• Oversee pupil progress discussions, establish data-informed targets, and monitor intervention strategies.
• Contribute to the development of an inclusive curriculum that reflects the needs of all learners.
• Maintain effective communication and partnerships with parents and carers.
• Collaborate with senior leaders on staff induction and whole-school planning.
• Participate in school-wide activities, including assemblies and cultural initiatives.
• Facilitate parent engagement through workshops, information sessions, and meetings.
• Contribute to the School Development Plan and support delegated responsibilities from school leadership.

• Achieved Transformed literacy outcomes across Early Years and KS1 by implementing Talk for Writing and Monster Phonics, leading to measurable gains in reading and writing progress within one academic year.
• Led a digital transformation across the Early Years section , training all staff in the use of Seesaw for learning portfolios and communication, and guiding them through Google Educator Level 1 and 2 certification — significantly enhancing digital confidence and pedagogical use of technology..