Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Certification
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The gap in employment post-resignation from ADEC
SACE Registered educator
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TLS Status
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Christina Ann Richards

Christina Ann Richards

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Summary

Accomplished Science Teacher with extensive experience across diverse key stages and abilities. Engages students through innovative lessons that effectively convey practical concepts while meeting curriculum standards. Expertise in fostering strong relationships with staff and students to create positive learning environments. Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, planning and prioritization skills to manage workload efficiently and support stakeholder success.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Science teacher

Ministry of Education
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
08.2022 - 09.2025
  • Design engaging, standards-aligned science lessons rooted in UAE culture and real-life application.
  • Foster an inclusive, positive classroom environment that promotes participation, creativity, critical thinking, and a passion for science.
  • Facilitate hands-on experiments and use digital tools to enhance understanding and engagement in scientific inquiry.
  • Assess student learning through diverse methods, track progress, and adjust instruction accordingly.
  • Analyse performance data to provide feedback, improvement strategies, and progress reports.
  • Collaborate with specialists to support students with special educational needs through differentiated instruction.
  • Manage classroom behavior to ensure a safe and productive learning space.
  • As Science co-ordinator, lead and manager the Science department, working with ministry officials, school leaders, and cluster heads.
  • As instructional leader, mentor teachers by providing guidance, strategies, and individualized improvement plans.
  • Lead professional development sessions to improve science teaching practices.
  • Communicate regularly with parents, guardians, and support staff to promote student well-being.
  • Collaborate on interdisciplinary projects to support holistic education.
  • Contribute to school and cluster-wide initiatives and ongoing professional development.
  • Maintain accurate records of attendance, performance, and assessments.
  • Uphold school policies and promote respect and lifelong learning.
  • Lead environmental and sustainability initiatives at school and cluster levels.

Teacher

Department of Education, KwaZulu Natal
Durban , South Africa
01.2020 - 07.2022
  • Delivered instruction for all subjects in accordance with CAPS curriculum.
  • Utilised assessment data to enhance planning and teaching strategies.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect, responsibility, and a love for learning.
  • Adapted resources for effective engagement with second-language English speakers.
  • Planned and implemented academic and non-academic programmes for Grade 7.
  • Collaborated on multidisciplinary projects to promote teamwork and creativity.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management.
  • Utilised technology and digital resources to enrich curriculum and facilitate remote learning.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their children's performance and behaviour at school.
  • Led after-school clubs, facilitated students' participation in extracurricular activities.
  • Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.

Cycle 2 Science Educator

Al Shumookh School, Abu Dhabi Department of Education
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01.2017 - 08.2018
  • Administration and management of Grade 7 classes.
  • Planning, adaptation, and implementation of academic and non-academic programs.
  • Using assessment data to inform planning, teaching, and learning practice.
  • Facilitation of workshops and professional development courses for colleagues.
  • Ensuring effective use of resources in teaching to enhance learning at every opportunity.
  • Adapting content and resources for effective teaching and learning with second-language English speakers and learners with barriers to learning.
  • Engaging students in learning through methods of teaching for 21st-century skills.
  • Differentiated teaching practice for levels of ability, language, and learning styles.

Teacher

Department of Education, KwaZulu Natal
Durban, South Africa
01.2010 - 12.2016
  • Executed planning, design, and implementation of lessons aligned with CAPS curriculum.
  • Adapted educational content for effective teaching of English-Second-Language learners.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged respect, responsibility, and a love for learning.
  • Planned and implemented academic programmes for Grade 4 to 7 students.
  • Assessed student progress through regular evaluations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Organised extracurricular activities that promoted personal growth and social skills among students.
  • Chaired meetings and executed academic plans as chairperson of Science and Mathematics Committee.
  • Contributed actively to committees focused on learner support, nutrition, fundraising, and educator welfare.
  • Recorded meeting minutes as staff and union secretary to ensure accurate documentation.
  • Assisted in coaching soccer and athletics to enhance student engagement.
  • Took part in parent-teacher meetings discussing pupil progress and potential areas for improvement.
  • Attended professional development sessions to stay updated with latest teaching methodologies.

Education

Bachelor of Education Honors (B.Ed. Hons) - Science and Mathematics Education

University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal
South Africa
01.2012 - 12.2013

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Senior Phase of GET and FET

University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal
South Africa
01.2009 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Biological And Conservation Science

University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal
Durban
01.2004 - 12.2007

Skills

  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Curriculum adaptation and management
  • Classroom management
  • Mentoring
  • Project management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Educational technology including: LMS, ALEF,PHET labs, Inq-ITS and google classroom


Certification

  • University of KwaZulu Natal: Certificate of Merit - Natural Sciences Learning Area Studies
  • University of KwaZulu Natal: Merit in Teaching Practice
  • University of KwaZulu Natal: Certificate of Merit – Understanding research
  • University of KwaZulu Natal: Certificate of Merit – Teaching and learning in Science and Mathematics Education
  • University of KwaZulu Natal: Certificate of Merit – Issues in Science and Mathematics Education
  • Statistic South Africa/ University of KwaZulu Natal: Proficiency- Maths4Stats project
  • The South African Quality Institute: SAQI Quality Education

References

  • Moza, Alzeyoudi, Head of Department, Ministry of Education, moza.alzeyoudi@moe.sch.ae, +971506817252.
  • Robert, Mckerry, Deputy Principal, Department of Education, mckerry.robert@gmail.com, +27636821798, Department of Education, KwaZulu Natal
  • Yakesha William, Head of Deaprtment, Ministry of education, yakesha.williams@moe.sch.ae, +971509145988

The gap in employment post-resignation from ADEC

  • Resignation from ADEC due to family responsibility i.e., family planning, pregnancy, birth, and care of my dependent, Luke E. Richards. During this time, I tutored students privately.
  • August 2018 - December 2019

SACE Registered educator

11133706

Languages

English
Native

TLS Status

Pedagogy and specialization exams passed. Licence under process.

Timeline

Science teacher

Ministry of Education
08.2022 - 09.2025

Teacher

Department of Education, KwaZulu Natal
01.2020 - 07.2022

Cycle 2 Science Educator

Al Shumookh School, Abu Dhabi Department of Education
01.2017 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Education Honors (B.Ed. Hons) - Science and Mathematics Education

University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal
01.2012 - 12.2013

Teacher

Department of Education, KwaZulu Natal
01.2010 - 12.2016

Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) - Senior Phase of GET and FET

University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal
01.2009 - 12.2009

Bachelor of Science - Biological And Conservation Science

University of Kwa-Zulu-Natal
01.2004 - 12.2007

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