Educational consultant in mathematics instruction

Jairo Marino

Jairo is an international educational consultant with over two decades of experience, specialising in innovative mathematics instruction and curriculum development across Latin America.
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What is Jairo's area of expertise?

Jairo brings deep expertise in Singapore Math, differentiated instruction and culturally responsive pedagogy to help educators transform mathematics teaching and learning. 

Mathematics Instruction and Curriculum

  • Supporting schools to implement Singapore Math strategies like bar modelling and problem solving.
  • Reviewing and enhancing maths units to align with best practices and broader curriculum goals.

Professional Development for Educators

  • Delivering workshops and coaching that build confidence and skills in maths instruction.
  • Developing customized plans based on the unique needs of each educational setting.

Differentiation and Inclusive Practices

  • Helping teachers adapt maths instruction to meet diverse learner needs and abilities.
  • Offering strategies that support inclusive, student-centred teaching in multilingual classrooms.

Culturally Responsive Education

  • Guiding schools to address cultural and linguistic diversity in maths learning.
  • Sharing insights from work across Latin America to improve relevance and engagement.

What will your consultancy sessions include?

Session 1: Introductions and Goal Setting

• Introductions and background information
• Discuss the school's current maths programme, context and goals
• Identify key priorities and focus areas for consultancy
• Outline expectations, timeline and next steps

Key focus: Goals, programme overview, needs assessment, expectations, planning

Session 2:Assessment of Current Practice

• Review existing maths instruction approaches and curriculum
• Analyse strengths and challenges across grade levels
• Explore alignment with conceptual understanding and problem-solving goals
• Identify opportunities for adaptation and improvement

Key focus: Assessment, curriculum review, strengths, alignment, challenges

Session 3: Strategy and Framework Development

• Develop strategies aligned with identified goals
• Explore frameworks such as CPA, bar modelling, or others relevant to the school
• Integrate culturally responsive and inclusive practices
• Support differentiation and progression across learning levels

Key focus: Strategy, frameworks, responsive practice, progression

Session 4: Implementation Planning

• Plan for classroom integration of selected strategies
• Review available resources, training needs, and scheduling
• Identify school-wide supports and team collaboration
• Anticipate and address implementation challenges

Key focus: Planning, resources, team coordination, integration

Session 5: Monitoring and Professional Development

• Establish systems for feedback and instructional observation
• Provide model lessons, coaching or teacher-led demonstrations
• Offer PD support aligned with ongoing needs
• Refine approaches based on learner outcomes and teacher feedback

Key focus: Feedback, modelling, coaching, PD alignment, reflection

Session 6: Sustainability and Next Steps

• Evaluate impact of consultancy support and strategies
• Plan for sustainability, resource development and in-house expertise
• Recommend pathways for continued professional growth
• Summarise outcomes and next steps for the school team

Key focus: Evaluation, sustainability, future planning, recommendations

Languages

  • Spanish
  • Portuguese
  • English
Learn more about Jairo
Jairo Marino is an experienced mathematics educator, consultant, and trainer with a strong foundation in Mathematics and Physics and a Master’s degree in Education. Over the past two decades, he has collaborated with major international publishers including Scholastic, Marshall Cavendish, and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, helping to implement programmes such as Math in Focus, Pr1me Mathematics, and Big Math for Little Kids across diverse school contexts. Jairo is deeply committed to supporting schools in adopting research-informed, concept-based mathematics instruction and has led hundreds of in-person and online workshops for teachers and academic leaders throughout Latin America.

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