Rania Darwish

Rania Darwish

Social Work | Montessori Program Specialist | Trainer

Amman, Jordan

Profile summary

Montessori Program Specialist | Trainer with 6 years of experience in educational and psychosocial development. This professional integrates social work practice and case management with Montessori instructional design, teacher training, and curriculum development. Experience includes representing the University of Jordan Faculty of Arts in official delegations. Skilled in aligning behavioral objectives with educational standards and facilitating professional development across diverse learning environments.

Career highlights

Educational Program Design: Designs and facilitates Montessori-focused workshops and diplomas at the University of Jordan, maintaining program standards established in 2019 to ensure consistency across all training modules.

Teacher Mentorship and Supervision: Mentored kindergarten teachers and supervised early childhood staff in Montessori methodologies across 5 roles, ensuring consistent application of pedagogical standards and behavioral guidance plans.

Professional Certification: Holds a Montessori Philosophy Diploma from accredited programs in the USA and UK, alongside a Teacher Training Diploma from the Ministry of Education.

Stakeholder and Parent Coordination: Facilitated communication with parents regarding student progress and wellbeing at Smart Star Kids Academy throughout the period of 2020 to 2026.

Key skills

TechnicalParticipated in an official University of Jordan delegation event attended by Her Majesty Queen
ProfessionalHONORS & ACADEMIC REPRESENTATION University Representative – Faculty of Arts University of Jordan Rania Al Abdullah Social Work Practice Case Management Child Development Early Childhood Education Montessori Education Teacher Training & Supervision Behavioral Support Family Counseling & Parental Guidance Educational Program Design Psychosocial Assessment Patient & Family Support Report Writing & Documentation Communication & Stakeholder Coordination Curriculum Design Educational Program Management Professional Development Strategy Instructional Quality Oversight Academic Framework Development Stakeholder Coordination Montessori Philosophy Child Development Assessment Learning Environment Design Behavioral Objective Alignment Clinical Case Management Psychosocial Support Services

Professional experience

Trainer & Montessori Program SpecialistJan 2019 - Present
Consultation and Training Center – University of Jordan

Shapes the curriculum and delivery strategy for Montessori philosophy and child development programs. Steers the design of professional development workshops for educators and trainees, ensuring alignment with child-centered learning standards.

  • Delivers training programs and diplomas focused on Montessori philosophy and child development.
  • Designs and facilitates educational workshops for teachers and trainees to support classroom practice.
  • Contributes to the development of professional programs centered on child-centered learning methodologies.
  • Maintains program standards established in 2019 to ensure consistency across training modules.
Supervisor, Educational Coordinator & Montessori ConsultantJan 2020 - Jan 2026
Smart Star Kids Academy

Defined educational strategy and Montessori curriculum standards, steering operations across the academy. Managed faculty development and performance cycles while architecting learning environments to align with developmental milestones.

  • Mentored kindergarten teachers in Montessori practices and conducted performance evaluations to ensure adherence to educational standards.
  • Designed learning environments and activities tailored to child developmental stages, while implementing positive behavior management strategies.
  • Facilitated communication with parents regarding student progress and wellbeing throughout the period of 2020 to 2026.
Teacher Trainer & Academic SupervisorJan 2024 - Jan 2026
Iqra School – USA (Remote)

Architected the academic framework for Montessori instruction, steering the professional development of early childhood educators. Managed the alignment of curriculum standards with behavioral objectives while overseeing the evaluation of instructional quality and student developmental milestones.

  • Trained and supervised early childhood teachers in Montessori methodologies to ensure consistent application of pedagogical standards.
  • Developed educational activity plans aligned with developmental and behavioral goals for diverse age groups.
  • Designed Montessori-based behavioral guidance plans and monitored teacher performance alongside child developmental progress.
Medical Social Work TraineeMar 2025 - Jun 2025
Specilty Hospital

Facilitated clinical social work interventions within a hospital setting, focusing on patient psychosocial health. Managed case assessments and coordinated support services for patients and their families throughout the treatment process.

  • Applied social work practices to address patient needs within a clinical environment.
  • Provided psychosocial support to patients and families during treatment.
  • Assisted in case assessment and the coordination of patient support services.
Medical Social Work TraineeJan 2026 - May 2026
University of Jordan Hospital

Coordinated patient care transitions and psychosocial support within a clinical environment. Managed case documentation and aligned resources with external healthcare partners to maintain continuity of care for diverse patient populations.

  • Conducted psychosocial assessments and case studies to identify patient needs and inform care planning.
  • Coordinated with healthcare institutions and support organizations to align resources for patient discharge and ongoing treatment.
  • Facilitated access to external support services through consistent follow-up on patient cases.

Education

Bachelor of Social WorkJan 2026

GPA: 4.0/4.0

Certifications

Montessori Philosophy Diploma (USA & UK Accredited Programs)USA & UK Accredited Programs
Teacher Training Diploma – Ministry of Education
STEM DiplomaSTEM
Medical Social Work Training – University of Jordan Hospital
Medical Social Work Training – Specialty Hospital

Languages

Arabic · Native

English