Rafaella Ruddrigu
Cusano Milanino
Summary
Dedicated and organised EFL teacher and YL Coordinator with experience supporting young learner programmes and mentoring teaching standards. Skilled in curriculum planning, assessment coordination, and fostering engaging, communicative classrooms. Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities, with a proven track record of ensuring high teaching standards and smooth coordination across teams, students, and parents.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
YL Centre Coordinator
British Council
Milan, IT
09.2024 - Current
- Coordinate Young Learner English courses, ensuring consistency in planning, delivery, and assessment practices.
- Observe teachers and provide developmental feedback to support professional growth.
- Design and deliver targeted INSETT sessions based on observation outcomes and centre needs.
- Facilitate communication between teachers, students, and parents to maintain a supportive and consistent learning environment.
YLE Teacher
British Council
Milan, IT
09.2023 - Current
- Foster cultural learning by integrating aspects of UK and global cultures into lessons, promoting intercultural awareness and global citizenship.
- Assess student progress through formative and summative assessment methods.
- Monitor learner development and provide constructive feedback to students and parents.
YLE AND MOTHER TONGUE TEACHER
New English Teaching
Milan, IT
09.2022 - Current
- Delivering conversation courses in state primary and lower secondary schools in Milan and the surrounding area, integrating speaking-focused activities into the school curriculum.
- Delivering English courses to adults in both individual and group settings, for private clients and corporate contexts.
- Preparing students for Cambridge English Qualifications (YLE, Key, Preliminary and other relevant levels).
YLE TEACHER
Kids&Us
Milan, IT
10.2022 - 09.2023
- Utilized innovative teaching methods and educational technology to foster a dynamic and inclusive classroom environment for young learners.
YLE TEACHER
Language Point
Milan, IT
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student comprehension and participation in primary education settings.
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Bloom International School
Milan, IT
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Collaborated with parents and colleagues to monitor student progress and address individual academic and behavioral needs effectively.
Education
FOUNDATION COURSE IN HUMANITIES -
University of Pisa
Pisa, IT01-2025
GCE ADVANCED LEVEL - MATHEMATICS
Ave Maria Convent
Negombo, Sri Lanka01-2017
Skills
- Teacher training and mentoring
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Student progress tracking and reporting
Certification
- CELTA Pass B- British Council, Colombo
- TYLEC- Trinity College London- Milan, Italy
- TKT-CLIL
- Managing & Implementing Teacher Excellence (MITE)
Languages
Italian
Elementary
A2
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
www.linkedin.com/in/rafaella-ruddrigu-720121290
Timeline
YL Centre Coordinator
British Council
09.2024 - Current
YLE Teacher
British Council
09.2023 - Current
YLE TEACHER
Kids&Us
10.2022 - 09.2023
YLE AND MOTHER TONGUE TEACHER
New English Teaching
09.2022 - Current
YLE TEACHER
Language Point
02.2022 - 06.2022
PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER
Bloom International School
01.2015 - 08.2017
FOUNDATION COURSE IN HUMANITIES -
University of Pisa
GCE ADVANCED LEVEL - MATHEMATICS
Ave Maria Convent