Priya Balachandran

Head of Science

Abu Dhabi Indian School - Abu dhabi,, United Arab Emirates

• Served in a panel that was responsible for creating curricula, providing modifications
• Applied individualized teaching techniques to accommodate students with special needs and disabilities
• Collaborated with colleagues in providing a well-rounded education for students
• Recognised underperformance and challenges, undertaking corrective actions and follow-ups.
• Helped staff achieve constructive working relationships and establish clear expectations with pupils.
• Mentored teachers providing instructional and curricular support.
• Developed and implemented policies and practices for successful teaching and learning strategies.

Club Coordinator-Environment

Abu Dhabi Indian School, Abu Dhabi - Abu dhabi,, United Arab Emirates

• Review and complete environmental audits , identified , established areas for improvement
• Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.

Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Biology Teacher

St Joseph Pvt School - Abu dhabi,, United Arab Emirates

• Created tangible and relevant learning experiences through hands-on activities.
• Shared teaching strategies to elevate attainment across disciplines.
• Tailored lesson plans to target student needs, learning difficulties and examination specifications.
• Researched new topics and teaching styles to incorporate into lesson plans.
• Cultivated critical thinking skills through experiments and class discussions.
• Organised biology field trips to zoos and museums for multiple classes.

Biology teacher-IGCSE

Al Rayyan National Pvt School - Abu dhabi,, United Arab Emirates

• Cultivated critical thinking skills through experiments and class discussions.
• Created tangible and relevant learning experiences through hands-on activities.
• Gave feedback to build confidence and raise attainment levels.
• Motivated students by demonstrating deep subject knowledge and passion for scientific practice.
• Delivered interactive classes to drive student engagement.

Mentor

Capital Educational Institute - Abu dhabi,, United Arab Emirates

• (GCSE , IGCSE,CBSE)
• Assisted administration in the development of the Curriculum and Evening School programs
• Prepared, administered and graded special trial exams for students, preparing them to qualify for entrance into different courses
• Established professional relationships with staff, employers and business partners to boost rapport.
• Developed short-term and long-term goals for students.
• Customised curriculum to fit interests and potential of students.
• Responded to enquiries to address needs of students.

Science Teacher

Kendriya Vidyalaya – Porbandar, India

• Attended National Science Congress, workshops, and participated in science projects and seminars representing the school
• Utilised expert classroom management to maintain well-structured, smooth-running lessons in line with student development objectives.
• Designed comprehensive, engaging resources in line with programmes of study, building scientific understanding and confidence.
• Evaluate student performance on tasks using observation, performance-based tasks and other standard test practices.

Science Teacher

Vocational Higher Secondary School - Kerala, India

• Taught academic scientific concepts, clearly explaining modern uses and implications to make curriculum relevant to everyday life.
• Worked with head of science to develop, implement and monitor schemes of work, course delivery and pupil survey in line with school policy.
• Provided extra resources, support and interventions to help struggling students catch up.
• Established and enforced classroom, lab and field trip rules and regulations to maintain order during lessons.
• Set up demonstrations and supervised and assisted students while conducting group experiments.