Science & Biology
General Science, Biology and Environmental Science for school-age learners.
Science Educator · Abu Dhabi, UAE
Pratheeksha
Shaju
SCIENCE TEACHER · BIOLOGY · ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Qualified Science Teacher with 3+ years of experience in science education, classroom instruction, curriculum support and educational outreach. B.Ed. in Natural Science, MSc in Environmental Science and BSc in Zoology, with CTET and K-TET qualifications.
Abu Dhabi BasedFamily VisaImmediate JoinerPrimary & Middle School
Available for UAE SchoolsPrimary Science · Middle School Science · General Science
3+ YearsScience education & outreach
CTET QualifiedPrimary Stage
K-TET Category IIKerala Teacher Eligibility Test
MSc Environmental ScienceStrong life-science foundation
About Me
Making science meaningful, practical and memorable.
My teaching experience combines classroom instruction, curriculum development and science outreach. I use inquiry, activities, demonstrations and real-world examples to help learners understand science rather than simply memorise it.
UAE ReadyCurrently based in Abu Dhabi on a family visa and available for immediate joining.
Science SpecialistNatural Science, Zoology and Environmental Science academic foundation.
Student-CentredDifferentiated, inquiry-based and activity-led learning approaches.
Teaching CredentialsCTET Primary Stage and K-TET Category II qualified.
Teaching Strengths
Science classroom expertise
Lesson Planning
Structured lessons, learning resources and activities aligned with clear learning objectives.
Practical Learning
Demonstrations, investigations and hands-on approaches that make scientific concepts visible.
Assessment
Formative checks, worksheets, progress monitoring and constructive learner feedback.
Classroom Management
Positive, inclusive classroom routines with individual attention and learner support.
Differentiation
Adapting pace, instruction and activities for varied readiness and learning needs.
Professional Experience
Teaching & science education journey
FEB 2021 — JUL 2024
Junior Programme Executive — Science Education
Mazhavillu: Teach Science for Kerala · Kerala Development & Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC)
- Delivered science education and learning activities for school-age learners.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional modules and curriculum-aligned science resources.
- Used inquiry-based, experiential and student-centred teaching methods.
- Supported student assessment, mentoring and educational outreach activities.
FEB 2021 — JUL 2023
Institutional Assignment — Science Education
KSCSTE — Kerala Forest Research Institute (KFRI), Peechi, Kerala
- Designed science education content and delivered learning activities to students aged 9–13.
- Developed learning resources covering biodiversity, ecology, environmental science and conservation.
- Conducted workshops and interactive learning sessions in collaboration with educators and scientists.
JUL 2023 — FEB 2024
Institutional Assignment — Science Teaching
Indira Gandhi Memorial Model Residential Higher Secondary School, Nilambur
- Taught Standard 6 students through structured science instruction.
- Planned lessons and learning activities to support understanding, growth and creativity.
- Used practical demonstrations, worksheets, classroom management and assessment activities.
Education & Credentials
Academic foundation for science teaching
B.Ed. — Natural Science
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India
96.1%MSc — Environmental Science
University of Calicut, Kerala, India
77.8%BSc — Zoology
University of Calicut, Kerala, India
79.2%Diploma — Computer Applications
India
93.8%CTETPrimary Stage · Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), India
K-TETCategory II · Department of General Education, Government of Kerala
Additional Professional Training
Remote Sensing, GIS & GNSS Applications — IIRS/ISRO · GIS Training — Central University of Karnataka · Data Analytics with Python — IIT Roorkee.
Languages
English — Fluent · Malayalam — Native · Hindi — Fluent
Academic Activities
Learning beyond the classroom
General Education Seminar
5th International Congress on Kerala Studies.
Workshop for MRS Students of Kerala
KSCSTE — Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi.
Chalakudy River Basin
MSc dissertation at the National Centre for Earth Science Studies (NCESS).
Spider Diversity Survey
Research project focused on spider diversity in mangrove ecosystems.
Abu Dhabi · UAE
Open to Science & Biology teaching opportunities.
Available for Primary Science, Middle School Science, General Science and suitable Biology teaching roles. Currently based in Abu Dhabi on a family visa and available for immediate joining.