AFRIN ASHRAF
SCIENCE TEACHER I AJMAN I,UAE
Summary
Science Teacher with 3 years of experience, including UAE school experience. Skilled in inquiry-based learning, differentiation, formative assessment, and ICT integration. Familiar with adapting lessons to British and American curriculum frameworks, including learning objectives, success criteria, and student-centered pedagogy. Experienced in MOE inspections and inclusive classroom practices.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Science Teacher – Primary
Habitat School
Ajman, UAE
11.2023 - 02.2026
- Teach Primary Science to students in Grades 1–5, aligned with Key Stage 1 and Lower Key Stage 2 equivalency
- Delivered engaging primary science lessons aligned with CBSE curriculum for Grade 1.
- Utilised Kahoot, Plickers, and ICT tools to enhance assessment and student engagement.
- Participated in MOE inspections and maintained comprehensive documentation.
- Implemented activity-based learning and hands-on approaches to facilitate understanding.
- Fostered student interest in science through interactive experiments.
- Established strong relationships with parents during meetings to discuss student progress.
- Created inclusive classroom atmosphere that embraced diversity and mutual respect.
- Developed differentiated instructional methods to address diverse student needs.
Assistant Professor – Physics
WMO IG Arts & Science College
Kerala, India
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Taught undergraduate Physics courses and labs
- Prepared lesson plans and assessments.
- Taught undergraduate Physics courses and laboratory sessions Prepared lesson plans, assessments, and instructional materials
- Guided student projects and practical experiments Applied interactive and technology-based teaching strategies
- Engaged in professional development activities, bolstering teaching skills.
- Conducted regular assessments to gauge student progress periodically.
- Participated actively in departmental meetings and discussions for improved academic programmes.
Education
B.Ed - Physical Science
Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University
INDIA 06.2021 - 03.2023
M.Phil - Physics
Bharathidasan University
TAMIL NADU 06.2019 - 09.2020
M.Sc - Physics
Bharathidasan University
TAMIL NADU 06.2017 - 03.2019
B.Sc - Physics
Calicut University
INDIA 06.2014 - 03.2017
Skills
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Adaptation
- Inquiry-Based & Student-Centered Teaching
- Assessment for Learning (AfL)
- Differentiation & Inclusive Practices
- Classroom & Behavior Management
- ICT Integration (Kahoot, Plickers, Digital Tools)
- Parent Communication & Reporting
- MOE Inspection Readiness
- Hands-On learning implementation
Certification
BES 121: Childhood and Growing Up 02/2023 - Present Indira Gandhi National Open University, New Delhi Completed a course on child development, covering childhood and adolescence, socialization, life skills, and child rights.
PGDASI 10/2018 - Present BISHOP HEBER COLLEGE Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Scientific Instruments (PGDASI) – Physics & MATLAB: A specialized course focusing on the application of MATLAB for physics experiments and data analysis, including simulation, modeling, and interpretation of scientific phenomena. Developed practical skills in using MATLAB for solving complex physics problems and analyzing experimental data.
Transitional License (UAE)
Issued by: Ministry of Education (MOE)
Status: Valid
CURRICULUM AWARENESS
- CBSE Curriculum – Primary Science
- British Curriculum – KS1 & KS2 teaching approach awareness
- American Curriculum – standards-based and inquiry-led approach awareness
LANGUAGES
English
Malayalam
Tamil
Hindi
Timeline
Science Teacher – Primary
Habitat School
11.2023 - 02.2026
B.Ed - Physical Science
Tamil Nadu Teachers Education University
06.2021 - 03.2023
Assistant Professor – Physics
WMO IG Arts & Science College
06.2020 - 08.2022
M.Phil - Physics
Bharathidasan University
06.2019 - 09.2020
M.Sc - Physics
Bharathidasan University
06.2017 - 03.2019
B.Sc - Physics
Calicut University
06.2014 - 03.2017