John Emil Alada
Newton
Summary
Experienced with theological instruction, creating enriching learning environments. Utilizes well-developed teaching strategies to engage and inspire students. Strong understanding of theological frameworks, fostering critical thinking and spiritual growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Campus Ministry
Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
01.2020 - 08.2024
- Designed and implemented a multi-grade spiritual formation program; evaluated program effectiveness through student feedback and proposed data-driven revisions.
- Managed school-wide formative programs; analysed stakeholder needs to align program goals with the school's educational mission.
- Strengthened students' engagement with the Catholic Church by establishing clubs like Altar servers, Lectors, and the Commentators' club.
- Act as the primary point of contact for parents regarding the Religious Education curriculum and student progress, fostering a strong partnership between home and school.
Theology Teacher
St. Joseph’s International School
Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
08.2019 - 08.2024
- Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans that align with the established religious education curriculum.
- Prepare students for the reception of sacraments (Confession, First Communion, Confirmation).
- Foster a classroom environment that is welcoming, respectful, and conducive to spiritual growth and open discussion.
Adviser, Catholic Students Community
Maris Stella High School
Singapore
06.2018 - 03.2019
- Assisted Catholic students in organising and preparing school Masses, prayer services, and liturgies for key feasts and seasons.
- Providing spiritual guidance and a listening ear to students and staff.
- Leading daily prayer, meditation, and reflection opportunities for students and staff.
Values Education/Social Ethics Teacher
Notre Dame of Jolo High School-Kasulutan
Jolo, Philippines
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Developed and implemented a Values Education and Social Ethics curriculum that aligned with the school’s identity and was respectful and relevant to a predominantly Muslim population.
- Fostered an environment of mutual respect and understanding among Christian, Muslim, and other students of faith. Framed lessons around universal values (compassion, justice, integrity) shared by both Catholic and non-Catholic traditions.
- Collaborated with the Campus Ministry and other faculty to support students’ moral and formative development.
Religious Education Teacher
Notre Dame of Kidapawan College
Kidapawan City, Philippines
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Planned, developed, and delivered age-appropriate daily lessons on Catholic doctrine, sacred scripture, sacraments, and prayer, in line with the school’s Religious Education curriculum, Marist network standards, and Notre Dame School standards.
- Guided students in their spiritual development through exposure and immersion programs.
- Collaborated with fellow Religious Education teachers and the Campus Ministry office to ensure a comprehensive spiritual formation program for the entire primary school department.
Education
MEd - Curriculum and Instruction
Boston College
Boston, Massachusetts, USA05-2026
Master of Arts - Pastoral Ministry
Adamson University
Manila, Philippines07-2022
BSEd - Religious Education
Notre Dame of Marbel University
Koronadal, Philippines03-2016
Skills
- Curriculum Theory and Analysis
- Program Evaluation and Assessment
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Spiritual Formation Program and Development
- Team Leadership and Mentorship
- Inter-faith Dialogue and Cross-Cultural Communication
- Retreat and Liturgy Planning
- Pastoral Counselling and Advising
- Public Speaking
- Program Management
- Community Outreach and Engagement
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Theological studies
- Student engagement
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Harvard X, Online Learning
- Certificate in Biblical Studies
- July 2021
- Harvest Christian International School, Cebu City, Philippines
- Certificate on Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- August 2018
- Marist Asia Pacific Centre, Marikina City, Philippines
- Certificate in Religious Studies
- October 2015
Languages
English
Full Professional
Filipino
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Campus Ministry
01.2020 - 08.2024
Theology Teacher
St. Joseph’s International School
08.2019 - 08.2024
Adviser, Catholic Students Community
Maris Stella High School
06.2018 - 03.2019
Values Education/Social Ethics Teacher
Notre Dame of Jolo High School-Kasulutan
06.2017 - 03.2018
Religious Education Teacher
Notre Dame of Kidapawan College
06.2016 - 03.2017
BSEd - Religious Education
Notre Dame of Marbel University
MEd - Curriculum and Instruction
Boston College
Master of Arts - Pastoral Ministry
Adamson University