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Abigail Miriam Fernandez

Bridge of Allan,Stirling

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong focus on empathetic communication and adaptive team collaboration. Skilled in positive reinforcement techniques and time-efficient organisation, ensuring sensitivity to diverse needs. Committed to working with children, fostering an inclusive environment that supports growth and development.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Research Associate

National Institute of Advanced Studies
Bangalore, India
04.2019 - 03.2023
  • Created and led two initiatives that gave students and young scholars the space to express their views on pressing social and political issues.
  • Coordinated long-term projects, organised workshops, and supported emerging voices through academic writing and presentations.
  • Worked with students on academic and social challenges. modelling empathy and perseverance.
  • Facilitated group activities to enhance interactive learning experience.

Teacher's Aid (Volunteer)

Diya Ghar
Bangalore, India
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Helped deliver inclusive educational and recreational programmes, facilitated mentoring and confidence-building activities, and supported outreach in areas with limited access to structured opportunities.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Prepared classroom resources to facilitate smooth lesson delivery.
  • Assisted struggling pupils during class hours, leading to improved grades over time.

Vocational Teacher's Aid

Summer Camps
  • Encouraged student participation in class activities, leading to increased engagement and enthusiasm for learning.
  • Assisted lead teachers during field trips ensuring student safety.
  • Demonstrated patience whilst dealing with challenging situations for maintaining a harmonious classroom environment.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Education

MSc - Human Rights and Diplomacy

University of Stirling
Stirling, Scotland
01.2024 - 03.2025

Master of Arts - International Studies

Stella Maris College
Bangalore, India
06.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Sociology and Political Science

St. Joseph's College
Bangalore, India
06.2014 - 06.2017

Skills

  • Empathetic communication
  • Adaptive team player
  • Positive reinforcement techniques
  • Time-Efficient organisation
  • Sensitivity to diverse needs
  • Active Listening
  • Flexibility
  • Co-creating safe spaces
  • Interactive learning games development
  • Working with children

Timeline

Teacher's Aid (Volunteer)

Diya Ghar
09.2024 - 10.2024

MSc - Human Rights and Diplomacy

University of Stirling
01.2024 - 03.2025

Research Associate

National Institute of Advanced Studies
04.2019 - 03.2023

Master of Arts - International Studies

Stella Maris College
06.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Sociology and Political Science

St. Joseph's College
06.2014 - 06.2017

Vocational Teacher's Aid

Summer Camps
Abigail Miriam Fernandez