MAHA ALEWA
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Foundation Stage Teacher with experience teaching KG1 and KG2 students in UAE and Egypt. Skilled in EYFS, phonics instruction, classroom management, differentiated learning, student-centered teaching, and early years assessment. Experienced in planning engaging lessons, organizing learning centers, supporting children’s emotional and social development, and maintaining strong parent communication. Strong presentation and communication skills with experience hosting kindergarten graduation ceremonies in both Arabic and English.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
KG1 & KG2 English Teacher
The Islamic School for Training and Education
Dubai
2023.01 - 2026.05
- Teach English to KG1 and KG2 students using interactive and play-based learning strategies.
- Deliver lessons focused on phonics, literacy, and social development.
- Create engaging student-centered learning environments aligned with early years standards.
- Organize learning centers and conduct classroom assessments suitable for early years learners.
- Support students’ emotional and behavioral development using positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintain strong communication with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
- Hosted the Kindergarten Graduation Ceremony professionally in both Arabic and English.
Homeroom Teacher
Chunky Monkey Academy
Cairo
2016.01 - 2016.01
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills.
- Used play-based learning strategies to develop children’s creativity and confidence.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Promoted moral values through storytelling and educational activities.
Teacher Assistant
Orouba Language School
Cairo
2015.01 - 2015.01
Education
Professional Diploma in Education -
Ajman University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
Cairo University
Skills
- EYFS & Early Years Education
- Phonics Instruction
- Classroom Management
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Assessment
- Lesson Planning
- Learning Centers Organization
- Behavior Management
- Parent Communication
- Student-Centered Learning
- Interactive Teaching Strategies
- Educational Technology
- Safeguarding Awareness
- Team Collaboration
Certification
- UAE Transitional Teacher License
- Child protection Training- Tes (2026)
- Creative Writing Workshop by Ali Ezzeldin (2025)
- Effective Classroom Management Elements in Kindergarten Workshop(2025)
- Storytelling in the Early Years Classroom Workshop by Ms. Heba Abdelaziz (2024)
- Visible Thinking Routines Workshop (2023)
- Learners’ Agency and Ownership Workshop (2023)
- Austin’s Butterfly (Constructive Feedback, model, critiques and feedback Workshop (2023)
- TESOL Certificate – London Teacher Training College (2023)
- Child Development and Learning Theory – AUC (2019)
- TEFL Workshop – Dr. Eman El Difrawy (2019)
- Early Childhood Education Course – Ms. Enji Mukhtar (2018)
- Phonetics Course – Cairo University Centre for Foreign Languages and Professional Translation (2014)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: Arabic (Native), English (Fluent)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Nationality: Mauritanian
- Visa Status: (Sponsored) Spouse Visa
Timeline
KG1 & KG2 English Teacher
The Islamic School for Training and Education
2023.01 - 2026.05
Homeroom Teacher
Chunky Monkey Academy
2016.01 - 2016.01
Teacher Assistant
Orouba Language School
2015.01 - 2015.01
Professional Diploma in Education -
Ajman University
Bachelor of Arts - English Language and Literature
Cairo University