Gonçalo Ferreira
Physical Education Teacher With QTS
Shanghai
Summary
Energetic PE Teacher genuinely interested in the youth education. Passionate about PE and committed to maintaining up-to-date knowledge in field. Rich work experience in China, USA, Denmark, and Portugal (from kindergarten to high school students), with a fun, responsive, and adaptable approach to teach, which helped to improve students willingness and interest in sports activities. Proficient in delivering high quality classes using appropriate lesson plans and conducting standardized testing to assess their success (MYP and AP curriculum's know-how). Excellent group leader with more then 10 years of experience. Proven history of teaching and coaching successful groups with innovative approaches, and encouraging students to engage in group work and to solve problems in a team-driven approach.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
PE Teacher (Elementary & Middle School)
SMIC Private International School (USA Curriculum)
8 2021 - Current
- Taught 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade PE covering different types of sports with a safe, engaging, and structured environment
- Complied with WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) standards for physical education benchmarks
- Assessed student physical education levels and adjusted objectives according to successes (adapt to the individual needs of each student and encourage learning by promoting collaboration)
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond sports practices
- Completed documentation of classroom and individual recordkeeping
PHE Teacher (MYP)
Canadian International School Kunshan (IB School)
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Taught physical and health education classes using the methodology for the MYP
- Provided creative, structured environment for children, ages 11 to 15
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities
- Assisted with articulation and curriculum development to generate interest in PHE
Soccer & PE Programs Director + Camps Supervisor
Sportsworld TL
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Created Programs that respects the age development of the child, in a fun and safe environment, developing different skills that are beneficial for the future of the student or player
- Organized and structured the content (Lesson Plans)
- Monitored and evaluated the progress of the students/players and recorded in individual files
- Mentored and guided teachers ensuring all were trained in the required knowledge and capable of performing assigned duties
- Supervised Leader's (Camps) performance and provided coaching and constructive guidance to address areas of concern
Head Soccer Coach
Sports For Life
08.2015 - 05.2016
Soccer Coach and Program Development Officer
Global Premier Soccer
04.2015 - 07.2015
Soccer Coach
União Desportiva Lavrense
09.2014 - 04.2015
Soccer Coach and Program Development Officer
Global Premier Soccer
09.2013 - 01.2014
Soccer Coach
FC Porto Soccer School - Dragon Force
08.2012 - 06.2013
PE Teacher (COMENIUS Program) & Soccer Coach
Tønder Gymnasium
09.2010 - 07.2012
PE Teacher
Professional School Alternância (High School)
09.2009 - 06.2010
PE Teacher Trainee
High School Of Castêlo Da Maia
09.2008 - 06.2009
Education
Master's Degree - Physical Education
Instituto Superior Da Maia
11.2010 - 11.2011
Bachelor's - Physical Education
Instituto Superior Da Maia
09.2005 - 11.2010
Skills
Verbal and written communication
Teaching Ability
Students Safety
Performance improvements
Staff supervision
Creative lesson planning
Child development specialist
Interpersonal Skills
Patience and Adaptability
IB & American Curriculum's Knowledge
Certification
UEFA C License (soccer)
Timeline
PHE Teacher (MYP)
Canadian International School Kunshan (IB School)
10.2020 - 07.2021
QTS (Qualified teacher status)
03-2020
Soccer & PE Programs Director + Camps Supervisor
Sportsworld TL
06.2016 - 08.2020
Head Soccer Coach
Sports For Life
08.2015 - 05.2016
AUSTSWIM - Swimming and Water Safety License
05-2015
Soccer Coach and Program Development Officer
Global Premier Soccer
04.2015 - 07.2015
Soccer Coach
União Desportiva Lavrense
09.2014 - 04.2015
Soccer Coach and Program Development Officer
Global Premier Soccer
09.2013 - 01.2014
Coerver Coaching's Youth Diploma (soccer)
07-2013
Soccer Coach
FC Porto Soccer School - Dragon Force
08.2012 - 06.2013
Europass Mobility (EU COMENIUS Program)
07-2012
UEFA C License (soccer)
06-2011
Master's Degree - Physical Education
Instituto Superior Da Maia
11.2010 - 11.2011
PE Teacher (COMENIUS Program) & Soccer Coach
Tønder Gymnasium
09.2010 - 07.2012
PE Teacher
Professional School Alternância (High School)
09.2009 - 06.2010
PE Teacher Trainee
High School Of Castêlo Da Maia
09.2008 - 06.2009
Bachelor's - Physical Education
Instituto Superior Da Maia
09.2005 - 11.2010
PE Teacher (Elementary & Middle School)
SMIC Private International School (USA Curriculum)
8 2021 - Current
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