Bishakha Dutta
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced educator for Pre-primary to 6th grade, dedicated to high educational standards and skilled in adapting to diverse learning styles. Proven track record in fostering inclusive environments and building strong relationships with parents, staff, and administration. Expertise in supporting students with learning disabilities and autism, creating engaging and adaptive classroom settings. Strong facilitator with effective communication skills, adept at planning workshops and enhancing team collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homeroom Facilitator
Valistus International School
Bangalore
09.2024 - Current
- Implemented the Cambridge curriculum framework for teaching English and SST/Global Perspectives in grades 3 to 5.
- Conducted lesson planning alongside meticulous record-keeping for student evaluations.
- Coordinated meetings with management, team members, and parents to ensure alignment on educational goals.
- Generated report cards summarizing student achievements at the end of the term.
- Designed formative and summative assessments to gauge learner comprehension effectively.
- Arranged and prepared students for participation in key school events such as Annual Day and Coffee Mornings.
Reading Specialist
Reading Rocks and JUMP Math program (LDAYR)
04.2023 - Current
- Working one on one with kids with learning disabilities
- Providing constructive feedback on reading and Math.
- Providing new ideas and collaborating with a team of mentors and other subject specialists.
Casa Lead Directress
Morningside Montessori School
Cambridge
10.2021 - 08.2024
- Using Montessori principles and materials daily
- Lesson planning and record keeping
- Meetings with management, team workers and parents
- Preparing report cards
- Managing a team
Homeroom Teacher
GIG International School
Singapore
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Utilized inquiry-based methods to teach English and UOI for grades 2 and 3.
- Collaborated with administrators on projects addressing school policies and procedures.
- Designed educational programs to support English language learners effectively.
- Organized weekly assemblies and special events, including holiday celebrations and career days.
- Facilitated regular meetings with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and goals.
- Worked alongside colleagues to create curriculum objectives and lesson plans.
Classroom Teacher
Global Indian international School
Singapore
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed lesson plans and instructional materials aligned with CBSE curriculum standards.
- Integrated cultural elements into course content to enhance student understanding.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student abilities.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching methods.
- Supervised extracurricular activities, including clubs and athletic teams, to foster engagement.
- Assisted in organizing school events, such as assemblies and plays, to promote community involvement.
Education
Master of Education - Teaching and Learning
University of Toronto
Canada01.2023
IB Diploma - Teaching and Learning
University of Toronto
Canada01.2023
PGCE -
Essex University
United Kingdom01.2020
Master's Degree - English Literature
Burdwan University
India01.1999
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Written and verbal communication
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Team management
- Student engagement strategies
- Lesson planning and delivery
- Record keeping and documentation
- Student assessment techniques
- Subject expertise
- Parent communication strategies
- Classroom management techniques
- Special education support services
- Event planning and coordination
Certification
- Teaching students with Autism, Conestoga College,2023
- Understanding Autism, The Open University, UK, 2023
- Teaching EFL/ESL Reading: A task-based approach University of London (United Kingdom) 2020
- An introduction to the PYP Curriculum Category 1
- Making the PYP happen -implementing Agency Category 1
- TESOL, Arizona State University, 2018
Timeline
Homeroom Facilitator
Valistus International School
09.2024 - Current
Reading Specialist
Reading Rocks and JUMP Math program (LDAYR)
04.2023 - Current
Casa Lead Directress
Morningside Montessori School
10.2021 - 08.2024
Homeroom Teacher
GIG International School
01.2018 - 01.2021
Classroom Teacher
Global Indian international School
04.2017 - 05.2019
Master of Education - Teaching and Learning
University of Toronto
IB Diploma - Teaching and Learning
University of Toronto
PGCE -
Essex University
Master's Degree - English Literature
Burdwan University
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