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
2019.04 - 2023.03
- 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
2024.09 - 2024.10
- 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 2024.01 - 2025.03
Master of Arts - International Studies
Stella Maris College
Bangalore, India 2018.06 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Sociology and Political Science
St. Joseph's College
Bangalore, India 2014.06 - 2017.06
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
2024.09 - 2024.10
MSc - Human Rights and Diplomacy
University of Stirling
2024.01 - 2025.03
Research Associate
National Institute of Advanced Studies
2019.04 - 2023.03
Master of Arts - International Studies
Stella Maris College
2018.06 - 2020.05
Bachelor of Arts - Economics, Sociology and Political Science
St. Joseph's College
2014.06 - 2017.06
Vocational Teacher's Aid
Summer Camps