AKRATI SHARMA
Gurgaon
Summary
Enthusiastic educator with a proven track record at Heritage Xperiential School, excelling in curriculum development and critical thinking enhancement. Spearheaded Model United Nations and World Scholar's Cup programs, fostering student engagement and analytical skills. Adept in classroom management and data-driven assessment, driving significant academic growth in diverse learning environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator - Social Science/Political Science
Heritage Xperiential School
Gurgaon
01.2023 - Current
- Taught History and Political Science to Grades 9 and 10 and Political Science to Grade 12, ensuring adherence to CBSE curriculum standards.
- Prepared Grade 10 and 12 students for board examinations by enhancing skills in question comprehension, analytical thinking, and answer structuring, resulting in improved exam readiness.
- Designed lesson plans aligned with NCERT learning outcomes and competency-based education frameworks to support effective learning and assessment.
- Incorporate discussion-based pedagogy, source analysis, and case studies to enhance students' critical thinking and engagement.
Model United Nations (MUN) Coordinator
Heritage Xperiential School
Gurgaon
01.2023 - Current
- Developed and structured Model United Nations program to enhance student engagement and understanding of global issues.
- Guided students in research, diplomacy, debate, and resolution drafting, fostering skills essential for effective participation in MUN conferences.
- Facilitated training workshops on position paper writing, international relations, and parliamentary procedure, equipping students with critical skills for MUN success.
- Prepared students to participate in national and inter-school MUN conferences.
Acting Head of Department - Social Science
Heritage Xperiential School
Gurgaon
01.2023 - Current
- Supported teachers in lesson planning, assessment design, and pedagogical practices to improve instructional effectiveness.
- Aligned curriculum across grades with CBSE standards and school learning objectives to enhance educational coherence.
- Facilitated departmental discussions to promote academic consistency and foster collaborative planning.
World Scholar's Cup Coordinator
Heritage Xperiential School
Gurgaon
01.2023 - Current
- Designed structured training sessions to cultivate research, critical thinking, and argumentation skills, fostering student development.
- Mentored students, guiding their preparation for regional and international rounds of the competition.
- Prepared students for international academic competitions, enhancing their skills in debate, collaborative writing, and quizzes.
Grade Lead-Grade 8
Heritage Xperiential School
Gurgaon
01.2023 - Current
- Led a team of 18 teachers, ensuring coordination in curriculum delivery and grade-level planning.
- Facilitated collaboration among teachers to align instructional practices and enhance student support across the grade level.
- Monitored student academic progress and well-being, fostering open communication with parents to support student success.
Project Core Team Member
Anhad
09.2019 - Current
- Led Artistically Yours art workshops featuring bubble painting, thread painting, and dance, providing kids with therapeutic art experiences.
- Facilitated Hands-On online drawing competition for kids citywide, promoting creativity and engagement during remote learning.
- Coordinated inter-school spelling bee competition Spellathon for elementary kids, fostering opportunities for holistic growth in the community.
Fellow
Teach for India
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Accomplished accelerated literacy growth from -0.4 to 1 in less than 15 months in a highly challenging learning environment.
- Raised maths mastery from 40% to 54.9%, enhancing student understanding and performance.
- Developed data-driven unit and long-term plans by conducting assessments, analyzing data, and integrating student feedback to tailor learning experiences.
- Built independence and ownership in students through peer to peer teaching and student led classrooms.
- Designed and implemented thematic unit plans based on NCERT and SCERT syllabus and learning outcomes.
- Applied jodogyaan techniques to strengthen mathematical concepts, collaborating with school teachers to enhance instructional effectiveness.
Fellow Advisor (Training Institute)
Teach for India
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Coached 50 Fellows at Summer Institute alongside program managers and school leaders, guiding them through development opportunities such as classroom observations, co-planning, and feedback.
- Facilitated professional mastery in teaching for fellows through structured learning experiences in elementary and secondary grades.
- Delivered engaging workshops that promoted student learning and participation.
- Collaborated with teachers to create inclusive educational environments for all students.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards for diverse classrooms.
Education
MA -
Sociology
IGNOU01-2028
MA -
Political Science
IGNOU01-2027
M.Ed -
Master of Education
Gurugram University01-2024
B.Ed -
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU)
01-2022
M.A. -
History
Delhi University01-2020
B.A. (Hons.) -
History
Delhi University01-2018
Senior Secondary -
CBSE - AISSCE
01-2015
Diploma -
Kathak
Prayag SamitiSkills
- Curriculum development
- Lesson planning
- Instructional planning
- Subject matter expertise
- Student assessment
- Classroom management
- Educational technology
- Research and analysis
- Data collection and analysis
- Critical thinking
- Team leadership
- Parent-teacher communication
- Student interaction
- Conflict resolution
Extracurricular Activities
Elected as General Secretary and President respectively in Department Student council in college Head of the organizing committee of department annual fest 'Perspective' Editorial and Creative head for the department newsletter 'Al-maazi' Elected as Prime Minister in the school Student Council Spearheaded Book Barter society with a team of 12 members Core team member in 'Leaders for Tomorrow' Part of 'Igniting Young Minds', teaching under-privileged kids in Delhi Holder of NSS certificate for completion of 300 hours of service
Languages
- Hindi
- English
Awards And Scholarship
- Scholarship from CBSE for excelling in class XII
- 'Student of the Year' award for contribution to school
- Thomas Memorial Award for securing highest marks in English in class XII in school
- Joseph Memorial award for securing highest marks in Hindi in class
Timeline
Educator - Social Science/Political Science
Heritage Xperiential School
01.2023 - Current
Model United Nations (MUN) Coordinator
Heritage Xperiential School
01.2023 - Current
Acting Head of Department - Social Science
Heritage Xperiential School
01.2023 - Current
World Scholar's Cup Coordinator
Heritage Xperiential School
01.2023 - Current
Grade Lead-Grade 8
Heritage Xperiential School
01.2023 - Current
Project Core Team Member
Anhad
09.2019 - Current
Fellow Advisor (Training Institute)
Teach for India
06.2019 - 06.2019
Fellow
Teach for India
01.2018 - 12.2020
MA -
Sociology
MA -
Political Science
M.Ed -
Master of Education
B.Ed -
Maharshi Dayanand University (MDU)
M.A. -
History
B.A. (Hons.) -
History
Senior Secondary -
CBSE - AISSCE
Diploma -
Kathak