CANDIDA NEVES COUTO
TEACHER / COORDINATOR / PROJECT MANAGER / TEACHER TRAINER
Porto, Portugal
Summary
Experienced educator, project manager, and learning consultant with expertise in international projects, teacher training, and digital innovation. Proven ability to design and deliver leadership programs, instructional materials, and e-learning solutions. Skilled in fostering inclusive and high-performing teams using technology-driven approaches.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
English Teacher | International Project Coordinator | Project Manager | Teacher Trainer
Portuguese Ministry of Education
01.1993 - Current
- Coordinate Erasmus+ KA1 and KA2 projects, fostering inclusive and multicultural learning environments;
- Implement leadership programs and international exchanges, benefiting over 500 students and educators;
- Develop teacher training courses on AI integration, intercultural communication, and technology-enhanced learning;
- Establish and manage the Cambridge Certification Centre, improving English certification rates.
Education Specialist and Consultant
DGE (Ministry of Education) & Kendir Studios
01.2023 - Current
- Align digital game design with educational goals to enhance learning engagement;
- Review and improve digital resources to support diverse learning styles;
- Apply research in education to develop innovative instructional solutions;
- Develop curriculum materials that align with state standards, ensuring comprehensive coverage of required content.
Educational Researcher
Nova University & CETAPS
01.2022 - Current
- Conduct research on interculturality and citizenship, improving linguistic and cultural competences;
- Promote an intercultural curriculum integrating critical thinking and digital literacy;
- Develop articles for online publications;
- Participate in seminars and conferences.
Teacher Trainer
Gaia Nascente Training Centre & Luís Kruz Training Centre
01.2015 - Current
- Deliver workshops on technology in education, AI in EFL, and project-based learning;
- Train teachers, significantly improving teaching efficacy and engagement;
- Improve student outcomes by equipping teachers with research-based instructional strategies aligned with state standards.
Course/Resource Book Writer
LeYa & Porto Editora Publishers
01.2011 - Current
- Author B1/B2/C1-level resource books and digital materials for secondary education;
- Create grammar guides and activity books widely adopted in schools across Portugal;
- Write and edit high-quality content and visually impactful resources under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach;
- Generate ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and pedagogical trends.
Education
Master’s - English Language Teaching
Nova University of Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal 09.2020 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Arts - MODERN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE
Faculty of Arts & Humanities University of Porto
Porto, PortugalSkills
- Instructional Design
- E-learning platforms
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data Analytics
- Dynamic organisational skills
- Project management skills
- Intercultural collaboration
- Inclusivity
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication abilities
- Online teaching
Certification
TESOL Professional Certificate, Arizona State University
Key publications and presentations
- Exploring Intercultural Tech/AI Projects: A Brave New World or a Nightmare?, International Conference on Information Society (i-Society 2024)
- Grammar, Films, and Rock 'n' Roll, LeYa Publishers, 2014
- Gramática Inglês – Ensino Secundário, Porto Editora, 2023
Timeline
Education Specialist and Consultant
DGE (Ministry of Education) & Kendir Studios
01.2023 - Current
Educational Researcher
Nova University & CETAPS
01.2022 - Current
Master’s - English Language Teaching
Nova University of Lisbon
09.2020 - 03.2023
Teacher Trainer
Gaia Nascente Training Centre & Luís Kruz Training Centre
01.2015 - Current
Course/Resource Book Writer
LeYa & Porto Editora Publishers
01.2011 - Current
English Teacher | International Project Coordinator | Project Manager | Teacher Trainer
Portuguese Ministry of Education
01.1993 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - MODERN LANGUAGES AND LITERATURE
Faculty of Arts & Humanities University of Porto
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