Aya Al Tuhl

Biography

Aya is an accomplished educator with over 12 years of experience in Kuwait, Jordan, and the UAE, currently teaching Math at TAALEEM and serving as a part-time online instructor at the University of the People. She holds a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Math and Science, a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction (Math), and certifications in Finnish education, STEAM, AI, VR, IB (MYP), outdoor learning, and teacher training (IBCT). Aya has received the ADEK appointment as a Math teacher (Grades 6–12), holds international evaluation credentials (FCSA/WES), and scored band 7 in IELTS speaking.

Her expertise spans Curriculum & Instruction, Pedagogical & Philosophical approaches, Assessment & Evaluation, Research, Teacher Training, and Workshop Facilitation in Mathematics, Science, STEAM, Technology, and Sustainable Development. She has designed extensive curriculum resources aligned with IB and CCSS standards, authored the “New Favourite Math” textbook series, and created the ESAMR Educational Model Philosophy, registered as intellectual property.

Aya is an active conference speaker (ADTC, CTL/KU, NGS Dubai), workshop facilitator, and content creator for the International Teachers Association (ITA). As an evaluator, she supports projects with IB, FIRST LEGO League, Cognia, HundrED, and the UN. She also leads global SDG initiatives like The Goals Project, TAG, Coding for Climate, Teach for the Planet – COP28, and the World’s Largest Lesson.

In STEAM and interdisciplinary education, Aya earned a STEM Innovation Award – Bronze Level for GIZMOS, led projects such as Madar’s hydroponic planting, and organized Math Carnivals and outdoor learning experiences at Ferrari World and the Sheikh Zayed Mosque. She is an ambassador for T4 Education, Minecraft Education, HundrED, LN4, and Ambassadors 4 Change.

Recognized by the Global Recognition Awards (GRA) as an educational entrepreneur and nominated as a Diversity Role Model of the Year and Best Young Woman Achiever in Education, Aya is also a certified yoga instructor and wellness planner, combining her passion for mindful living with educational innovation.