Bindu K
Head of Research & Curriculum Development
Chennai
Summary
Accomplished Research and Development lead, professional Educator and Assistant Principal with proven expertise in teaching curriculum development supervision and program development. Strengths include developing creative curricula observing and evaluating teachers planning lessons and creating favorable learning environments for students and teachers. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful partnerships with community education institutions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Head of Research & Curriculum Development - Pre-Primary Education
Nspira Management Services Pvt Ltd.
10.2019 - Current
- As a core member of the national academic leadership team, I co-led the design and successful rollout of a developmentally appropriate Kindergarten curriculum across Pan-India, aligned with NEP 2020 and global early learning frameworks.
- Championed research-driven learning methodologies, embedding playbased, inquiry-led, and experiential approaches into every level of curriculum planning.
- Piloted and refined curriculum models across 33 locations, collaborating with educators to localize and elevate learning experiences.
- Designed and facilitated high-impact teacher training programs, standardizing classroom delivery and accelerating onboarding effectiveness by 40%.
- Partnered with parents and academic advisors to ensure the curriculum holistically supported each child's cognitive, emotional, and physical development.
- Introduced innovative tools and thematic kits, enhancing classroom engagement and nurturing creativity, curiosity, and independent thinking.
- Implemented structured assessment tools to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement.
- Ensured regulatory compliance with education boards and maintained audit-ready documentation.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation for curriculum development and national training efforts.
- Achievements Recognized for developing a culturally inclusive and empathy-centered curriculum, fostering diversity and global citizenship in early learners.
Vice Principal
Narayana Olympiad School
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Accomplished professional educator with proven expertise in teaching curriculum development supervision and program development.
- Providing support to principal in smooth running of school.
- Disciplining students.
- Observing and evaluating teachers visiting classrooms.
- Creating favorable learning environment to students and teachers.
- Handling administrative tasks, maintaining proper conduct, ensuring safe school environment.
- Helping teachers with curriculum.
- Report writing creating PPTS of the activities done at school.
Founder & Administrator
SaiMonee Kidzee School
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Founded and ran Pre-KG to Pre-Primary II education center.
- Managed tuition classes, after-school care, and daycare facilities.
- Coordinated extracurriculars including dance, music, and yoga.
- Supervised staff, curriculum planning, and parent communications.
Team Leader
Scope International
06.2011 - 02.2013
- Maintaining team of 7 members.
- Authorizing trade collection transactions.
- Monitoring the transactions coming in are going out within the stipulated time index.
- Coordinating between branch and back office.
- Maintaining client wise transaction data.
- Doing swift payments.
- Organizing training sessions on system working.
- Giving training on trade products for new joinees.
- Checking for compliance in transactions received from branch.
- Worked for Asia Pacific SG UAE INDIA UK COUNTRIES.
Senior Executive
RBS SERVICES
04.2004 - 02.2011
- Releasing transactions.
- Checking on payments release.
- Generating day to day report of transactions released.
- AML scrutiny.
- Giving training on products.
Counselor Lab Assistant
Aptech Computer Education
03.1996 - 01.1998
- Assisting students in lab.
- Counseling students on appropriate course suitable for their career.
- Fees collection.
- Generating reports on marketing team.
- Time table slots preparation.
- Resolving issues for students regarding course.
- Organizing PTM.
- Report card generation.
- Conducting exams.
Education
Diploma - Computers
NIIT
Chennai, TamilnaduBachelor of Arts - English
Nagarjuna University
Guntur, Andhra pradeshSkills
Supporting development
Fostering a positive learning environment
Research and analysis
Data-driven decision making
Cross-functional teamwork
Effective team collaboration
Strategic issue analysis
Academic administration
Prioritization and scheduling
Skilled at prioritizing tasks simultaneously
Operational productivity
Collaborative decision-making
Strategic organization
Flexibility in changing circumstances
Leadership enhancement
Strong communication skills
Engaged listening
Proficient in organization techniques
Collaborative team development
Responsive to new challenges
Timeline
Head of Research & Curriculum Development - Pre-Primary Education
Nspira Management Services Pvt Ltd.
10.2019 - Current
Vice Principal
Narayana Olympiad School
05.2018 - 10.2019
Team Leader
Scope International
06.2011 - 02.2013
Founder & Administrator
SaiMonee Kidzee School
01.2005 - 01.2014
Senior Executive
RBS SERVICES
04.2004 - 02.2011
Counselor Lab Assistant
Aptech Computer Education
03.1996 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Arts - English
Nagarjuna University
Diploma - Computers
NIIT