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Work History
Education
Skills
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LEADERSHIP IMPACT
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JULIA MARTINEZ WATT

JULIA MARTINEZ WATT

La Molina

Summary

Fully bilingual English-Spanish leader. Dynamic and forward-thinking international school leader with a distinguished career spanning Lima, Penang, Bangkok, and Madrid. Specialises in curriculum innovation, inclusive education, and Early Years excellence, with a proven track record of embedding data-informed practices to raise educational standards. Known for delivering impactful professional development in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Talk for Writing, and leading high-performing teams. Committed to fostering inclusive, forward-thinking schools where both children and educators thrive.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head of Early Years

San Silvestre School
01.2018 - 01.2025
  • Introduced Google Workspace & certified 60+ staff
  • Implemented Talk for Writing, Mastery Maths, Monster Phonics
  • Led UDL training and inclusive strategy roll-out
  • Raised literacy & numeracy results by using assessment data

Head of Early Years

Norwich Int'l School
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Grew enrolment from 80 to 250 pupils
  • Aligned EYFS & UK curriculum to diverse learners
  • Implemented appraisal & CPD cycles

Head of Early Years

St. Christopher's
01.2008 - 01.2016
  • Led IPC curriculum in FS & KS1
  • Represented the school in FOBISIA network
  • Introduced digital learning journeys

EY Coordinator

Markham College
01.1998 - 01.2008
  • Championed Enquiry-Based Learning & Assessment for Learning
  • Built an online platform for collaborative planning
  • Mentored new staff and led safeguarding

Education

MA - Early Childhood Studies

Queen Margaret University
09.2026

Certificate - School Leadership & Management

Harvard Graduate School of Education & Harvard Business School
01.2018

RSA Certificate - Teaching English as a Second Language

University of Cambridge
01.1998

MSc - Education

Pacific Western University
01.1993

BA - Liberal Arts & Education

Virginia Intermont College
01.1988

Skills

  • Facilitating inclusive educational practices
  • Collaborative strategic planning
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Effective cross-cultural communication
  • Effective technology integration
  • Strategic management
  • Staff development
  • Data-driven teaching
  • Curriculum development
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management

Certification

  • Google Educator – Level 1
  • Seesaw Ambassador
  • Visible Learning – John Hattie (2021-08)
  • The International Centre for Leadership in – Power of Coaching (2022-06)
  • The International Centre for Leadership in Teaching & Learning– Advanced Power of Coaching (2023-06)
  • Safeguarding for International Schools – EduCare (2023-02)
  • Safeguarding & Wellbeing for Leaders - National College (2024-08)
  • Leadership CPD – National College

LEADERSHIP IMPACT

  • Organised the region’s first EYFS Leadership Conference, attracting over 50 delegates from across Latin America.
  • Delivered online INSETs through the Latin American Heads Conference, supporting EYFS development across South America.
  • Implemented White Rose Maths, Talk for Writing, Monster Phonics, and Phonics Tracker—leading to significant improvements in literacy and numeracy.
  • Led inclusive education strategies school-wide, embedding UDL and best practice for EAL and SEND learners.
  • Mentored aspiring leaders and Teaching Assistants across four international settings, including PGCE candidates at the University of Sunderland.
  • Established a data-driven Early Years Centre to enhance curriculum planning, assessment, and pedagogical impact.

Timeline

Head of Early Years

San Silvestre School
01.2018 - 01.2025

Head of Early Years

Norwich Int'l School
01.2016 - 01.2018

Head of Early Years

St. Christopher's
01.2008 - 01.2016

EY Coordinator

Markham College
01.1998 - 01.2008

Certificate - School Leadership & Management

Harvard Graduate School of Education & Harvard Business School

RSA Certificate - Teaching English as a Second Language

University of Cambridge

MSc - Education

Pacific Western University

BA - Liberal Arts & Education

Virginia Intermont College

MA - Early Childhood Studies

Queen Margaret University
JULIA MARTINEZ WATT