Maria

Snapshot Filipino childcare professional with more than 10 years’ relevant experience, based in Abu Dhabi. Worked in Abu Dhabi nurseries and as a nanny in Hong Kong and the UAE, supporting Montessori and EYFS classroom settings and private family care (including a Chinese and Australian family and a local UAE family). Experience 2022–Present – Redwood Montessori Nursery, Abu Dhabi: Assisted the classroom teacher implementing Montessori methods, supported classroom management and a positive learning environment. 2020–2022 – Local family, United Arab Emirates: Nanny, tutor and cook; supported a child with autism, provided tutoring and assisted in therapy sessions. 2016–2020 – Blooming Buds Nursery, Abu Dhabi: Teacher assistant under EYFS; planned and supervised daily activities, maintained classroom order and displays. 2011–2013 – Chinese and Australian family, Hong Kong: Nanny / caregiver providing dedicated childcare. In her own words She describes herself as an experienced, hardworking and patient childcare professional based in Abu Dhabi who is passionate about supporting children’s learning, development and safety.