ABENAYA MANIARASU
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Passionate and dedicated Primary Teacher with expertise in creating inclusive and engaging learning environments that inspire student growth and achievement. Experienced in differentiated instruction, literacy development, classroom management, and integrating technology into teaching practices. Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, with a commitment to promoting student wellbeing through positive reinforcement and play based learning. Recognised for effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and building positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues in diverse educational settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Primary English Teacher
Private International English School
Abu Dhabi
2025.04 - 2025.11
- Assisted in developing and delivering English curriculum for students, focusing on balanced approach to reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
- Supported improvement of students' reading comprehension scores by 50% through tailored reading interventions and guided reading program.
- Helped implement classroom strategies such as project based learning and inquiry based learning to enhance student engagement and performance. Contributed to maintaining positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Prioritised student safety whilst organising educational trips related to English literature and history.
- Coordinated parent-teacher meetings, ensuring transparent communication about student progress.
Primary English Teacher
Shree AG Jain Nursery and Primary School
Chennai, India
2023.01 - 2023.12
- Designed and taught age-appropriate English lessons, focusing on reading, writing, vocabulary, and grammar for Grades 2 and 3, ensuring alignment with national curriculum standards.
- Incorporated creative activities, storytelling, and multimedia tools to enhance student engagement and improve language comprehension.
- Regularly assessed student performance through formative and summative evaluations, tracking progress and providing targeted support to students struggling with language skills.
Teaching Assistant
Teach for India
Chennai, India
2018.01 - 2019.01
- Increased student participation by incorporating interactive lessons, multimedia tools, and real world language applications.
- Cultivated positive classroom environment that encouraged participation.
- Participated in TFI's extensive training, refining skills in pedagogy, classroom management, and inclusive education. Raised awareness about RTE Act for Children.
- Collaborated with educators to create inclusive lesson plans.
- Facilitated active learning environments with engaging teaching aids and resources.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Education and Training
QUALIFI UK
UAE 2024.01 - 2025.01
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Jaipur National University
UAE 2020.01 - 2023.01
High School Graduate - Science
Abu Dhabi Indian School
Abu Dhabi 2005.01 - 2017.01
Skills
- Child Protection
- Resilient
- Teamwork
- Effective Communication
- Resource Development
- Classroom Management
- Fostering Inclusivity
- Creative lesson planning
- Play based learning
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Adapting teaching styles
- Parent-Teacher cooperation
- Interactive whiteboard expertise
- Curriculum differentiation
- Student motivation
- Patience and Empathy
Certification
- Principles and Patterns of Pedagogy (University of Illinois, Urbana)
- Global Environment Management (Denmark Technical University)
- IELTS
- TESOL
- iQTS (In Progress)
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
French
Elementary
Tamil
Fluent
Arabic
Advanced
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Travel, Fashion, Reading, Photography, Baking
Timeline
Primary English Teacher
Private International English School
2025.04 - 2025.11
Postgraduate Diploma - Education and Training
QUALIFI UK
2024.01 - 2025.01
Primary English Teacher
Shree AG Jain Nursery and Primary School
2023.01 - 2023.12
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Jaipur National University
2020.01 - 2023.01
Teaching Assistant
Teach for India
2018.01 - 2019.01
High School Graduate - Science
Abu Dhabi Indian School
2005.01 - 2017.01