Sofia Beluchi is a Talented Primary Teacher Looking to Secure a Job ASAP, and Happy to Consider EYFS to Year 6
A passionate and compassionate early career teacher, Sofia brings a rich blend of cultural awareness, inclusive practice, and proven experience across a wide age range in both New Zealand and UK classrooms. She has taught students from Years 1 to 8, and recently completed a long-term placement delivering the UK National Curriculum in Year 6, including assessment and preparation for Mock SATs.
With a strong grounding in equitable and culturally responsive teaching practices, Sofia is particularly driven to create safe, nurturing spaces where all students feel seen and supported, especially those from low socio-economic and high learning needs backgrounds. Now based in London, Sofia is keen to contribute to a values-driven primary school where she can continue developing her craft and make a meaningful impact.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor of Primary Teaching : Te Rito Maioha, New Zealand (2024)
- Cambridge IGCSEs: Combined Arts and Science Stream, Qurum International Private School, Oman (2015)
Experience Summary
Sofia has taught extensively across primary and intermediate levels in both permanent and practicum roles. She has a deep understanding of structured literacy, inclusive practice, and the socio-emotional needs of young learners. Her ability to foster positive classroom cultures, deliver curriculum with clarity and care, and adapt for a wide range of student needs makes her a strong asset to any school team.
- Delivered the UK National Curriculum in a long-term Year 6 placement, including SATs preparation and assessment cycles.
- Taught across Years 1–8 in New Zealand schools as a full-time and part-time release teacher, fulfilling full classroom responsibilities and adapting lessons to support diverse needs.
- Developed teaching plans to support students with high learning needs, backed by academic research and successful implementation.
- Led outdoor education experiences and extracurricular programmes, including national sports events, overnight camps, and community clubs.
Key Strengths
- Trained in Te Mātaiaho and NZC with UK curriculum experience (Years 1–8)
- Experienced in supporting students with high learning needs through inclusive, reflective teaching
- Warm, nurturing classroom presence with strong behavioural and emotional awareness
- Skilled in culturally responsive pedagogy, particularly supporting Māori and Pasifika learners
- Fluent in English and Arabic, with basic Te Reo Māori