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Preethi Anna Mathew

Admissions Manager- Education
Abu Dhabi
Preethi Anna Mathew

Summary

Strategic and empathetic Admissions Manager with over 15 years of progressive experience in education leadership, enrollment management, operations, and customer service. Well trained in CRM system with proven expertise in driving school admissions, enhancing parent engagement, implementing inclusive enrollment practices, and leading cross-functional teams. Committed to delivering a seamless admissions experience aligned with school vision, regulatory compliance, and marketing objectives.

Overview

17

Years of professional experience

3

Languages

3

Years in manager role

Timeline

Registrar-Admissions Manager

GEMS United Indian School
04.2015 - Current

Parental Engagement Coordinator

Our Own English High School
01.2011 - 03.2014

Assistant Head of Department & Teacher

Own English High School
04.2010 - 03.2015

Customer Service Advisor

British Council
07.2007 - 07.2009

Invigilator, Marshal and Clerical Marker

British Council
06.2006 - 07.2009

Guest Lecturer and Training Coordinator

BCM College
06.2004 - 01.2005

Language Trainer & Administrative Coordinator

ABC Indo-US
10.2003 - 05.2004

English Guest Lecturer

CMS College
09.2003 - 01.2004

Mahatma Gandhi University

Master of Arts from English Language And Literature
01.2003

Mahatma Gandhi University

Bachelor of Science from Mathematics, Statistics And Physics
01.2001

Mahatma Gandhi University

Bachelor of Education from English Language
01.2006

Work History

GEMS United Indian School

Registrar-Admissions Manager
04.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Prepare projected school enrollment for the next three years based on previous trends and current social circumstances.
  • Enable and lead budget preparation with HR and Finance teams to project income and expenses based on projected student numbers.
  • Prepare projected numbers to meet over-enrollment targets, ensuring compliance with regulatory policies and financial profitability.
  • Meet with prospective parents to explain admission procedures, curriculum, fee structures, and MOE regulations, ensuring all admission documentation is completed effectively.
  • Respond to enrollment inquiries via phone and email courteously and promptly.
  • Arrange placement tests as required and ensure files are complete for review by the Admissions Committee.
  • Communicate admissions decisions to parents immediately after the Admissions Committee's determination.
  • Create and maintain current acceptance, waitlist, and denial letters.
  • Manage and maintain an accurate database of new registrations, current students, and existing students.
  • Prepare reports for the School Principal/CEO and corporate office reflecting current enrollment, waiting lists, and vacant seat status.
  • Ensure timely re-enrollment procedures to retain students and meet projected budgets and financial targets.
  • Maintain communication with sister schools' registrars to guide prospective parents to alternative GEMS schools if needed.
  • Prepare all exit documentation for withdrawing students, including transcripts and transfer certificates.
  • Collaborate with other GEMS schools to optimize student placement and retention strategies.
  • Monitor re-enrollment trends and implement actions to achieve retention goals.
  • Update enrollment and placement policies to ensure compliance with regulatory bodies.
  • Keep existing parents informed about enrollment events and after-school activities.
  • Update, maintain, and manage the student information database, ensuring up-to-date information is available daily.
  • Update weekly and monthly enrollment reports for the Principal/CEO and GEMS Corporate Office; assist the Principal in making student projections and strategic planning.
  • Maintain and create files for all new applicants, new students, current students, existing students, and alumni.

Own English High School

Assistant Head of Department & Teacher
04.2010 - 03.2015

Job overview

  • Ensure quality participation of students in co-scholastic activities like debate, elocution, recitation, quiz etc.
  • Assist the Head of the Department in managing the activities, complete the administrative duties and train the new joiners on the Teaching-Learning methods of the school.
  • Member of the Editorial Board of the magazine called INTERACT, 2011; a magazine brought out by the GEMS Association of Schools.
  • A member of the Center for Advancement of Teacher and Student Empowerment training and participating in inter school debates, elocution and recitations.
  • Teaching, assessing, reviewing of students of Grade 8 - 10.
  • Prepare week to week lesson plans, teaching-learning objectives and outcomes and the year planner to achieve accurate completion of the curriculum.
  • Recording and maintain accurate student attendance records and grades to manage the decorum and spirit of the classrooms.

Our Own English High School

Parental Engagement Coordinator
01.2011 - 03.2014

Job overview

  • Develop programs and activities designed to engage families in improving student achievement.
  • Design pamphlets, posters and other communicative tools to facilitate easier understanding for parents and students.
  • Plans these in collaboration with an action team of families, teachers, parent organizations, business-community partners, and the principal.
  • Develop a family friendly school climate in collaboration with the school education leadership, administration and student community.
  • Enhance the learning experience of the students by ensuring healthy three-way communication between school-home-student to improve the performance of the child, encouraging parents to analyze the feedbacks from school, work in liaison with the teaching department to enhance and better the learning experience.
  • Take part in opportunities for professional development by attending all meetings and training activities for family involvement coordinators and share ideas and experiences.
  • Has developed a School - Family Involvement Policy with input and approval from parents and teachers.

British Council

Customer Service Advisor
07.2007 - 07.2009

Job overview

  • Managed customer calls efficiently in fast-paced call center environment.
  • Advised guests of different service offerings, detailing costs, benefits and limitations of available options.
  • Documented, researched and resolved customer service issues.
  • Delivered fast and friendly service to handle questions and service complaints.
  • Handled customer inquiries, payments and service requests.
  • Answered inbound calls to handle various concerns, set appointments and close sales.
  • Collaborated with colleagues and co-workers to deliver quality customer experience.
  • Addressed and resolved customer concerns and complaints.
  • Set up customer accounts, obtaining and documenting personal, payment and order information.

British Council

Invigilator, Marshal and Clerical Marker
06.2006 - 07.2009

Job overview

  • Clerical Marking Duties included verifying and marking the answer sheets of the IELTS examination, maintaining confidentiality and reliability of the exam.
  • Managed paper-based examinations by tracking times and obtaining correct documentation of each student's completion through personal signatures.
  • Protected school or testing company assets by collecting complete examination packets at end of tests.
  • Stayed in room and actively observed for entire testing duration.
  • Verified IDs of testers by checking photographs and acceptable documentation.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to examination details by securing packets until testing time.
  • Kept programs on-target by skillfully handling administrative and operational problems.
  • Updated records with daily activities and important points.

BCM College

Guest Lecturer and Training Coordinator
06.2004 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Conducted needs analysis for application in training plans.
  • Designed and conducted post-training evaluations and assessments of performance toward training objectives.
  • Coordinated and scheduled training classes.
  • Member of the Editorial Board for College Magazine as representative of Teachers.
  • Attended meetings or seminars to obtain information for use in training programs or to inform management of training program status.
  • Strengthened instructor skills and knowledge with careful evaluations.
  • Improved program designs based on requirements gathered from employees and managers.
  • Achieved target results by enhancing and changing teaching strategies to maximize progress.

ABC Indo-US

Language Trainer & Administrative Coordinator
10.2003 - 05.2004

Job overview

  • Training the candidates for the IELTS Examination, soft skills.
  • Organized instruction material, including constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
  • Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends.
  • Obtaining feedback from the candidates on quality of services provided.
  • Monitoring progress of candidates and coordinating with them in forwarding their immigration applications.
  • Documentation, report creation, feedback and assessment reports, filing and office coordination.

CMS College

English Guest Lecturer
09.2003 - 01.2004

Job overview

  • Contributed to departmental success, helping make important changes to instructional strategies and curriculum choices.
  • Organized interactive and engaging presentations, aligning delivery with unique knowledge and education level of different audiences.
  • Promoted critical thinking, personal development and commitment with custom lectures and assignments.
  • Reviewed and revised curricula during departmental meetings to accommodate changing industry needs.

Education

Mahatma Gandhi University
Kottayam, Kerala, India

Bachelor of Education from English Language

University Overview

Trained teacher with added qualification in Guidance and Counseling

Excelled with distinction and topped the college

Mahatma Gandhi University

Master of Arts from English Language And Literature

University Overview

Masters in English Language and Literature passed with high marks.

Mahatma Gandhi University

Bachelor of Science from Mathematics, Statistics And Physics

Skills

Customer service expertise

Publications

Translation of Text books prescribed for Christian devotion for children, Mar Thoma Church, 01/01/03

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 12/17/80
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Driving License: Light Vehicle Driving license
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Visa Status: UAE Resident- Company Provided Visa
Preethi Anna MathewAdmissions Manager- Education