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Chandana Priya Lekkala

Chandana Priya Lekkala

Chennai

Summary

I am a competent professional with 7-year experience in teaching field. I have a strong interest in being involved in, and promoting, inclusive education, multicultural recognition, environmental conservation and performance arts. I design balanced, innovative programs that encourage students to make a positive impact on their local and global communities within the scope of current curriculum frameworks and educational models. I worked for 4 years as an analyst in IT industry.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

IB MYP & DP L&L Facilitator and HOD

Ela Green School
Chennai
11.2020 - Current

The head of English directs and ensures the effective functioning of the department,working towards the improvement of student's outcomes.

  • Formulated goals and objectives for Department,provided guidance and mentorship to new members of the department as well as experienced teachers, ensured the implementation of the IB curriculum,allocated task and duties,carried out class observations and provided feedback for teacher performance.
  • Facilitated group discussions on the topics of teaching and learning,differentiating instructions,approaching text, feedback strategies and practices.
  • Implemented multiple activities that enhances and embraces the creativity, open mindedness among the students and make them a good communicator.
  • Assessed participant learning needs in order to tailor sessions accordingly and monitored progress throughout the course ensuring objectives were being achieved.
  • Structured prepared and taught DP English A: Language and Literature (HL/SL) course, MYP Language and Literature course, Extended Essay in Language and Literature Course.

Primary Teacher

Maharishi Vidya Mandir- Avigna Celeste
Chennai
07.2016 - 10.2020
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
  • Planned and conducted activities to foster physical, mental, and social development of students.
  • Organized classroom materials and resources to create a positive learning environment.
  • Monitored student progress through assessments, tests, and evaluations.
  • Assisted in the preparation of reports related to student achievement.
  • Provided feedback to parents regarding student performance at parent-teacher meetings.
  • Encouraged students to be creative thinkers by developing problem solving skills.
  • Encouraged critical thinking by posing questions about texts or topics being discussed.

SoftSkills Trainer

World Bank
Chennai
08.2011 - 04.2012
  • Developed and conducted training programs for soft skills such as communication, collaboration, problem solving, decision making and leadership.
  • Facilitated group exercises to encourage participants to share experiences and best practices related to soft skills.
  • Assessed employee strengths and weaknesses in areas of soft skills through one-on-one interviews.
  • Conducted lectures on topics such as effective communication strategies, conflict resolution techniques, stress management.
  • Delivered presentations on various topics related to interpersonal relationships in the workplace.

IT Service Desk Analyst

Prometric Testing Centre
Gurugaon
02.2008 - 12.2010
  • Provided technical assistance to customers via telephone and email, troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
  • Maintained customer records in ticketing system, documenting all interactions with customers.
  • Assisted users in resolving technical problems by following standard procedures and escalating unresolved issues to the appropriate IT teams.
  • Provided feedback on processes used by the IT Service Desk team to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Application Engineer

CSS- Cybernet Slash Support
Chennai
06.2006 - 02.2008
  • Developed and implemented software solutions for customer requirements.
  • Analyzed user needs and system functionality to determine technical design specifications.
  • Configured, maintained, and troubleshot application systems.
  • Resolved complex technical problems related to applications and architecture.
  • Designed, developed, tested, deployed, and maintained web-based applications.
  • Provided support for existing applications in production environment.
  • Provided level 1 and level 2 assistance. This involved a wide range of tasks, including identifying and setting up SOHO routers from brands like Linksys, Netgear, and Motorola for use with Vonage services.

Education

B.Ed - Mathematics

Sri Lakshmi Ammal Colege of Education
Chennai
11-2022

M.A( English) - English

Annamalai University
Chennai
2017

B. Tech - Information Technology

Jawahar Lal Nehru Technological University
Tirupathi
2006

Diploma - Electronics And Instrumentation

Sri Padmavathi Women's Polytechnic College
Tirupathi
2003

10th -

Kendriya Vidyalaya
Tirupathi
2000

Skills

Communication skills:

Proficiently integrating the official language into curriculum delivery for a seamless learning experience

Organization skills:

Demonstrating strong leadership capabilities while overseeing the LA department as the Head of Department (HOD), guiding, facilitating, and training facilitators to effectively implement the IB pedagogy

Social skills:

Skillfully coordinating in-school events and fostering collaborations to advance the development of inquiry-based learning, creating a dynamic and engaging educational environment

Accomplishments

  • IBDP Language and Literature Examiner
  • Personal Project Supervisor: Guided and supported students in their personal projects, fostering their growth and development.
  • E-Assessment Training: Trained students for successful completion of e-assessments, ensuring their readiness for digital learning environments.
  • IB MYP and DP Authorizations: Played a vital role in achieving authorizations for the MYP (Middle Years Programme) and DP (Diploma Programme), upholding International Baccalaureate standards.
  • Professional Development: Successfully completed the IB MYP CAT 1 and DP CAT 1 workshop, enhancing skills in facilitating effective learning experiences. Ongoing MYP CAT 2 workshop.
  • IDU Coordination: As an IDU (Interdisciplinary Unit) coordinator, trained both students and facilitators for the seamless implementation of IB IDU e-assessments, promoting a holistic approach to education.

Timeline

IB MYP & DP L&L Facilitator and HOD

Ela Green School
11.2020 - Current

Primary Teacher

Maharishi Vidya Mandir- Avigna Celeste
07.2016 - 10.2020

SoftSkills Trainer

World Bank
08.2011 - 04.2012

IT Service Desk Analyst

Prometric Testing Centre
02.2008 - 12.2010

Application Engineer

CSS- Cybernet Slash Support
06.2006 - 02.2008

B.Ed - Mathematics

Sri Lakshmi Ammal Colege of Education

M.A( English) - English

Annamalai University

B. Tech - Information Technology

Jawahar Lal Nehru Technological University

Diploma - Electronics And Instrumentation

Sri Padmavathi Women's Polytechnic College

10th -

Kendriya Vidyalaya
Chandana Priya Lekkala