Team
A team of professionals at the service of education
The CreaNova School team is made up of a multidisciplinary group of professionals from different countries around the world, who contribute their experiences and knowledge to this cutting-edge educational project.
Among the teachers, tutors, collaborators, direct and indirect support staff, coordinators and directors we make up a large family.
Academic direction
Deniz Kizilirmak
Academic Director
I am an architect and art historian with a master's degree in Medieval Cultures. In my social science classes, I seek to inspire my students to think critically, understand the world from a global perspective, and appreciate its cultural richness.
Aina Cadafalch
Elementary Coordinator
I studied Primary Education in English and have a postgraduate degree in Content and Language Integrated Learning. I have been teaching children at CreaNova School since 2018.
Ana Pedrosa
Coordinator Middle
I have a degree in Primary Education and a Master's degree in Psychopedagogy. I have extensive experience in the educational field and I am a Middle School tutor.
Kevin Mena
High School and Baccalaureate Coordinator
My specialties are Catalan history and language. I am passionate about sharing my interests with students and seeing them develop their love for our traditions and heritage. I have a deep vocation for inclusive and diverse education, convinced that diversity and inclusion are the key to a more just and equitable society.
Faculty
Alba Aniento
Teaching
I am a graduate in Early Childhood Education and a specialist in Therapeutic Pedagogy. At CreaNova School I work as a reference figure for the children in Elementary 3-4, who I accompany with enthusiasm and affection in each workshop, encouraging them to explore the world around them and promoting their overall development.
David Escudero
Teaching
Pasión por la Docencia. Docente por vocación.
Imparto clases de economía, empresa y finanzas.
Licenciado en Derecho por la Universidad Pompeu Fabra, Posgrado en Asesoramiento Financiero por UPF-IDEC, Posgrado en Gestión Financiera, Inversión y Mercados Financieros por la UOC.
Elisabet Fernández
Teaching
I have been a Early Childhood Education teacher at CreaNova School since 2018, and I feel privileged to be the first person to enjoy the first smiles and learnings of children.
Raül Fernández
Teaching
I am a Technology, Marquetry and Robotics teacher. I have a degree in Physics, and I have been designing and facilitating educational activities for 20 years, from artistic and cultural expressions to mathematics, science and logic.
Aida García
Teaching
I have a degree in Primary and Early Childhood Education and I am currently studying a Master's degree in Learning Difficulties and Language Disorders. I am a tutor and primary school teacher at Elementary.
Helena García
Teaching
A lo largo de 27 años, he tenido la suerte de dedicarme a una de las profesiones más dignas e importantes que existen: la educación. Representa un gran viaje hacia la esencia del ser humano, en pasado, presente y futuro. No solo para los alumnos, sino también para mi misma. Como dijo Mafalda: "Educar es más difícil que enseñar, porque para enseñar necesitas saber, pero para educar necesitas ser".
Lucía Gómez
Teaching
I am Lucía, a graduate in Philology and a teacher of Spanish Language and Literature in Secondary and High School. I believe that books help us to know ourselves better and to live many different lives. I am passionate about sharing this vision with my students and awakening in them a love for reading and language.
Rebecca Heyes
Teaching
I am from the UK but have been living in Catalonia for seven years. I have a university degree in Theatre Performance and Event Design, and I am an assistant teacher at Elementary School.
David Lerin
Teaching
I am a geological engineer and I have a double master's degree in Land and Mining Engineering. I am a professor in the area of physics and technology.
Baru Marcikova
Teaching
I was born in the Czech Republic and I have a degree in Physical Education and Sport, as well as a diploma in Spanish. I am a Physical Education teacher at an elementary school.
Luz Muñoz
Teaching
I have a degree in Mathematics and a Master's degree in ESO and Bachillerato teaching specialising in Mathematics. I have 10 years of experience and at CreaNova School I am a Mathematics teacher in secondary and high school and a tutor in High School.
Ivana Pérez de Lara
Teaching
I have a degree in Biology, and after my Montessori training in the USA, I have discovered a new way of teaching mathematics and science as a Middle School tutor.
Kendra Woodglass
Teaching
I am from California and have a BA in Psychology and a BA in Humanities with a minor in Philosophy. I teach English and art, and I try to incorporate music, joy, and mindfulness into all of my classes.
Mireia Provencio
Teaching
I am from Barcelona. I studied Human Nutrition and Dietetics, I am a high school tutor and a biology and chemistry teacher in ESO and Bachillerato.
Leticia Salsench
Teaching
I am a teacher of artistic Baccalaureate and Visual and Plastic Education for ESO. I have a degree in Space Design and a Master's degree in Scenography, as well as 20 years of experience in interior design and graphic design.
Toni Uceda
Teaching
Graduated in Philosophy with a specialization in Social Sciences, I am passionate about awakening curiosity and vitality in students. My commitment is to guide each student in their discovery of new ideas and perspectives, creating a meaningful learning space where they can explore and question the world around them.
Miranda Fernandez
Teaching
Hi, I'm Miranda, I have a degree in piano and a master's degree in teaching secondary education (ESO and Bachillerato) specialising in music. I am passionate about working with children and accompanying them in their growth through creativity and musical expression. I believe in a close, respectful and enthusiastic education, where learning is a shared pleasure. I am very excited to be part of this educational project and live with them every day.
Joan Llopis
Teaching
My name is Joan and I have a true vocation for teaching, while I learn from students every day. I am a graduate in History, I have a Master's degree in Secondary School Teacher Training and a Master's degree in Contemporary History.
Ignasi Grau
Teaching
Hi! I'm Ignasi. I graduated in Philosophy and I also studied a master's degree in Corporate Communication, which has allowed me to work abroad and learn languages, which are my great passion. I hope to be able to share everything I have learnt with students and accompany them throughout their educational experience.
Sílvia Gómez
Teaching
Soy Silvia, maestra de Educación Primaria con amplia trayectoria educativa y formación en atención a la diversidad. En la escuela acompañaré al alumnado de Elementary y Middle, donde también impartiré lenguas. Tengo muchas ganas de compartir el día a día con los niños y ayudarles a crecer en un entorno de confianza, respeto y escucha activa. Para mí, educar es crecer juntos, fomentando el bienestar, la autonomía y el placer por aprender.
General services
Rubén Carocancha
Kitchen
I am from Lima, Peru, where I studied gastronomy at the Cordon Bleu academies. I have been working in the hospitality industry for 35 years, the last 18 in Spain. I am the head chef at CreaNova School.
Estanisalo Ruiz
Kitchen
I am from Ecuador and have been living in Catalonia for 15 years. I am an expert in Peruvian cuisine and I am a kitchen assistant at CreaNova School.
Edison Campo
Servicios Generales
I am from Cali, Colombia. I have been working at CreaNova School for four years as a janitor and maintenance specialist.
Paola Godoy
Servicios Generales
I am from Colombia and have been living in Catalonia for 23 years. During all this time I have worked in the hospitality and cleaning sectors.