ANN MARIA KRISHNARAJ
Cochin
Summary
Experienced educator and Middle School Coordinator with expertise in curriculum planning and instructional leadership. Enhances student outcomes through differentiated instruction and effective classroom management. Facilitates collaboration among teachers and parents while implementing policies to support student success. Proven strengths in leadership, problem-solving, and fostering a positive learning environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Middle School Coordinator & English Teacher
Cochin International School
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinate academic planning and curriculum delivery for Grades 6–8
- Lead middle school curriculum alignment and term planning
- Guide and support teachers in lesson planning and assessment design
- Review schemes of work and ensure standards compliance
- Monitor student progress and academic outcomes using assessment data
- Conducted classroom observations and provided targeted instructional feedback to enhance teaching practices
- Support teacher professional development and mentoring
- Oversee middle school assessments and reporting processes
- Lead parent meetings and academic review conferences
- Organize middle school academic events and enrichment programs
- Ensure consistency in pedagogy, behaviour, and learning standards
- Teach English using Cambridge Lower Secondary framework
- Plan differentiated and skill-based English lessons
- Facilitated effective communication between staff, parents, and students to support student success
- Organized training sessions for educators on best practices to improve instructional strategies
- Managed student behavior policies and disciplinary procedures.
- Oversaw curriculum planning to align with educational standards.
- Collaborated with administration on strategic planning efforts.
- Supported teachers in adapting lessons for diverse learners.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies when dealing with disciplinary issues among students.
- Provided guidance on best practices for instruction, assessment, and classroom management.
- Conducted regular evaluations of instructional materials used by teachers in order to ensure alignment with district standards.
- Established relationships with parents of middle school students to foster communication between home and school.
- Worked closely with special education personnel to develop individualized educational plans for eligible students.
- Created and maintained a database of all middle school students' academic records.
- Monitored student progress throughout the year and addressed any learning gaps identified through assessments.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate resources for students in need of additional support services.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers entering the middle school environment.
- Encouraged collaboration between teachers across different subject areas by facilitating interdisciplinary projects.
- Developed policies and procedures related to discipline within the middle school setting.
- Developed and implemented strategies to ensure student success in the middle school setting.
- Facilitated professional development opportunities for middle school faculty members on topics such as differentiated instruction, behavior management, and effective teaching techniques.
- Organized and facilitated weekly meetings with teachers, staff, and administrators to discuss curriculum development and implementation.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff members on the use of technology in teaching.
IB PYP Homeroom Teacher & English Teacher
Cochin International School
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Served as an IB PYP Homeroom Teacher, guiding student learning and development.
- Planned and delivered inquiry-based units of learning
- Designed Units of Inquiry and ATL-based learning tasks
- Taught English and integrated language across subjects
- Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Created formative and summative assessments
- Implemented IB PYP standards and reporting practices
- Differentiated instruction to meet diverse learning needs
- Maintained student portfolios and progress documentation
- Supported student well-being and classroom management
- Implemented assessment strategies to evaluate student progress effectively.
- Managed classroom behavior using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Utilized educational technology tools to enhance learning experiences.
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments, fostering student interactions and peer learning.
- Organized parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress.
- Communicated regularly with parents and conducted conferences
- Established clear objectives for all lessons and communicated these objectives to students.
- Incorporated a variety of instructional strategies into daily lessons such as hands-on activities, cooperative learning groups, literature circles.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions with students who were struggling academically or emotionally.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance including grades, attendance reports and assessment data.
- Facilitated group discussions between students about topics related to their studies.
- Organized field trips to enhance the classroom experience.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss school policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units of study.
- Utilized technology such as Smart Boards to engage students in learning activities.
ENGLISH TEACHER (Cambridge Curriculum/ National Curriculum of England)
Al Salam Private School
09.2013 - 01.2022
- Planned lessons considering students’ individual learning needs and preferences to foster engagement and enjoyment in learning.
- Developed schemes of work and lesson plans using creative methods to capture students’ imagination and enhance their learning experience.
- Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to alter teaching strategies.
- Identified students at risk of underachievement and implemented targeted interventions to support their academic progress.
- Provide appropriate and constructive feedback on work.
- Maintain an accurate and complete record of students’ progress and development.
- Updated all necessary records accurately according to KHDA guidelines, school policies, and regulations.
- Full use of the new technologies to enhance the quality of teaching and learning for students of all ages and attainment levels.
- Promote intellectual, moral, spiritual, cultural, physical and personal abilities and aptitudes of the students in the classes and provide guidance and advice to students on educational and relevant social and other matters.
- Co-operate with colleagues to establish and maintain fair and consistent disciplinary practices in the classroom, around the school and on school trips, and taking active measures to protect students from all forms of abuse, including racist or sexist abuse, bullying, and any kind of corporal punishment to ensure positive well-being inside and outside the class.
- Ensure all students are safe, collaborate with lead teachers to recognize any health and safety issues and recommend solutions, and ensure all student activities are appropriate, safe and purposeful.
- Engage in the self-review processes together with the school management.
- Use of various online platforms: Google Classroom, Quizizz, Century Tech, Kahoot, Nearpod and Padlet to enhance student online learning.
- Worked in Dubai, contributing to a multicultural educational environment.
SUPPORT TEACHER
Al Salam Private School
02.2009 - 11.2011
- Managed students with mild to moderate learning disabilities, fostering inclusive learning environments
- Supported teachers with differentiation strategies in the classroom.
- Developed Individualized Learning Plans and overall student advocacy
- Extended specific remediation of literacy and mathematics deficits.
- Assessed student needs and progress.
- Prepared and presented the teaching structure depending on student needs.
- Promoted the use of adaptive technologies.
- Monitored the facility through a multi-disciplinary team based approach
TICKETING EXECUTIVE
Trinity Tours & Travels (K) P. Ltd.
09.2008 - 11.2008
TICKETING EXECUTIVE
Sree Sai Travels & Services
12.2007 - 08.2008
- Issued domestic and international tickets for travelers.
- Arranged and updated itineraries to provide seamless travel experiences.
- Maintained customer database to ensure accurate and accessible information.
- Met customer needs effectively to enhance satisfaction.
- Provided training on Galileo computer reservation system.
- Gained hands-on experience with Amadeus, Galileo, and Abacus CRS.
IELTS FACULTY
Madona’s Penta Academy
Chalakudy
06.2005 - 11.2007
IELTS FACULTY
Choice Advanced Studies
Angamaly
01.2005 - 06.2005
- Assess band scores in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
- Analyse verbal, written and spoken language of students.
- Identified and addressed diverse student needs to support individualized learning.
- Facilitated group discussions to enhance student engagement and foster collaborative learning.
Education
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) -
Namboodiri’s College of Teacher Education
Irinjalakuda, Kerala09.2012
Bachelors of Arts - English Literature
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala04.2004
Diploma in IATA/UFTAA Consultant Course -
Xplore Institute of Aviation
Cochin01.2004
Higher Secondary Examinations (CBSE) -
Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir
Trichur03.2000
Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir
Trichur03.1998
Skills
- Curriculum planning
- Instructional leadership
- Assessment design
- Teaching strategies
- Classroom management
- Differentiated instruction
- Planning and organization
- Data analysis
- Curriculum coordination
- Collaboration skills
- Team building
- Teacher mentoring
- Parent-teacher communication
- Conflict resolution
- Good communicator
- Active listening
- Approachable
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Dance
- Music
- Sports
Training
- Exemplary design workshop by Ms. Priya Prakash, Cambridge Coordinator, Cochin Internationa School May-June SDP 2024
- Workshop by Abhinandan Bhattacharya on skills progression in English - Trivandrum International School - 11th January 2025
- IGCSE PD by The Eduvante, A Learning Hub, 07.01.2025-Online workshop by Ms Shalini Sharma and team on Designing Effective assessments and Leveraging AI for Differentitaion
- IB PYP Making the PYP happen: Implementing agency Cat1
- Talk4writing and Talk4reading for KS1/2, Pie Corbett, 08/01/21
- Extended Writing workshop, Ms Wendy Banks, 2020
- TELLAL MFL NETWORK CPD on Listening Skills instruction, Dr Gianfranco Conti, 10/24/19
- Guided Writing Workshop, Ms. Chameli Ahmed, 2019
- Cambridge International Examinations Professional Development Course, The Cambridge International Examinations, 12/06/17 - 12/07/17
- Empowering Environment, Sunmarke School, 11/26/17
- Writing Effective Success Criteria, Mrs. Claire Francis, 10/08/16
- Creative Strategies in Differentiated Instruction, Sr. Teresita Q Capurihan, 10/08/16
- Quest workshop- Inspiring active learning, Heather French, 08/24/16
- Workshop on ADHD/ADD and Functional Behaviour Pattern, Ms. Tarisai/ Ms. Susan, 01/22/15
- Planning Assessment with instruction, Mr. Mark, 09/25/14
- Behaviour and Classroom Management in the Early years, Ms. Sally Evans, 09/02/14
- Speech and Language disorders, Margaret Khan, 09/01/14
- Story as a vehicle for Language Learning, Magrudy’s Educational Resource Centre, Dubai, 02/22/11
- Multiple Intelligence, Mrs. Sarah Dayal, 12/11/10
- Multiple Intelligence and Brain Dominance, Mr. Anand Menon, 12/01/10
- Teacher Development Programme, Magrudy’s Resource Centre, Dubai, 10/28/10
- Multi topic Seminar for Teachers, Lexicon Reading Centre, 09/02/10
- Learning through Fun, Play and Activities, Mr. Frances G.Wood, 03/13/10
- Learning Through Activities, Mr. Frances G. Wood, 02/06/10
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief. If given an opportunity, I would dedicate myself with hard work and honesty.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
References
- Ms. Priya Rajeev, Head of English, Al Salam Private School, Dubai, 00971501541950
- Ms. Chameli Ahmed, Head of Primary, Pearling Season Intl School, Qatar, 0097433642843, Chameli.ahmed@psisd.sch.qa
- Mrs. Amanda Wilding, Vice Principal, Al Salam Community School, Dubai, 00971506556025
- Mrs. Lorraine Fleming, Ex-Head of Department, Lower Primary, Al Salam Private School, Dubai, 00971506240798
Personal Information
- Passport Number: N9137098
- Citizenship: Indian
- Date of Birth: 10/03/81
- Gender: Female
Timeline
Middle School Coordinator & English Teacher
Cochin International School
05.2024 - Current
IB PYP Homeroom Teacher & English Teacher
Cochin International School
01.2022 - 01.2024
ENGLISH TEACHER (Cambridge Curriculum/ National Curriculum of England)
Al Salam Private School
09.2013 - 01.2022
SUPPORT TEACHER
Al Salam Private School
02.2009 - 11.2011
TICKETING EXECUTIVE
Trinity Tours & Travels (K) P. Ltd.
09.2008 - 11.2008
TICKETING EXECUTIVE
Sree Sai Travels & Services
12.2007 - 08.2008
IELTS FACULTY
Madona’s Penta Academy
06.2005 - 11.2007
IELTS FACULTY
Choice Advanced Studies
01.2005 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) -
Namboodiri’s College of Teacher Education
Bachelors of Arts - English Literature
Mahatma Gandhi University
Diploma in IATA/UFTAA Consultant Course -
Xplore Institute of Aviation
Higher Secondary Examinations (CBSE) -
Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir
Bhavan’s Vidya Mandir