Divyasree Jaganathan
Chennai
Summary
Compassionate Special Educator with background in creating and implementing specialized curriculums tailored for students with diverse learning needs. Strong at assessing student abilities, setting realistic goals, and developing individualized educational plans. Demonstrated success in fostering positive learning environments, promoting student engagement, and cultivating strong parent-teacher relationships to maximize student progress. Committed to utilizing innovative teaching strategies to meet unique student requirements.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Educator
Chettinad Sath Sadhana
Chennai
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted assessments to identify areas of need for individual students.
- Monitored student progress towards IEP goals and objectives, making necessary adjustments as needed.
- Participated in team meetings with other professionals to develop appropriate educational plans for students with disabilities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress including assessment data, daily notes and attendance records.
- Served on committees related to special education initiatives such as curriculum development or program evaluation.
- Attended parent-teacher conferences regarding student progress or any concerns that may arise.
- Adapted curricula materials as needed based on individual student abilities.
- Engaged in professional development activities related to best practice teaching methods for special needs students.
- Provided behavior management strategies to support learning in the classroom setting.
- Integrated social emotional learning components into lesson plans while encouraging positive behavior expectations from all learners.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Implemented evidence-based instructional practices in the classroom setting.
- Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Incorporated technology into lessons when applicable to enhance learning outcomes.
Clinical Psychology Intern
NIEPMD
Chennai
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Performed administrative duties related to scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, updating records.
- Maintained professional relationships with external agencies and organizations involved in patient care.
- Observed experienced clinicians conducting therapy sessions and other activities related to patient care.
- Analyzed data from psychological tests to provide diagnoses or recommendations for further evaluation.
- Observed and documented patient behavior to monitor treatment effectiveness.
- Engaged in self-reflective practice to improve therapeutic skills and patient outcomes.
Special Education Intern
Beehvive Special School
New Delhi
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and families to ensure the best possible outcomes for students.
- Participated in meetings with school personnel, parents, and outside agencies to discuss educational needs of students.
- Assessed student performance through formal testing methods such as standardized tests.
- Assisted in the implementation of evidence-based instructional practices for students receiving special education services.
- Developed behavior management strategies to assist students in meeting behavioral goals.
- Utilized technology tools such as video conferencing software for remote instruction when necessary.
- Assisted in developing IEPs based on student assessments and observations.
- Observed classroom settings in order to provide feedback on teaching practices that promote learning among all students.
- Maintained records of student progress including attendance information, grades, test scores.
- Incorporated interactive visual aids into student lesson plans to support learning objectives.
- Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.
- Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.
- Enhanced students' sensory- and perceptual-motor skills through hands-on activities.
- Helped students learn to persevere with challenging tasks and build resilience for later educational efforts.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Science in Psychology (School Psychology)
Presidency College, University of Madras
Chennai, India06-2022
Under-Graduation - Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Presidency College, University of Madras
Chennai, India01.2020
Skills
- Can work with both children and adults
- Can provide assessments
- Can do training programs
- Highly trained in counseling, family & pre-marital therapy, and play therapy
- Emotional resilience
- Effective communication
- Calm and composed
- Multi-tasking
- Adaptable & flexible
- Transition planning
- IEP planning
- Emotional Support
Research Papers
- 02/2020, Effect of Noise – Pollution on Anxiety and Tinnitus among Youths (Paper Presentation)
- 03/2020, Social and Separation Anxiety Disorder: Relationship with Authoritarian Parenting on Children (Best Paper Award)
- 03/2020, Relationship of Happiness with: Self-Discrepancy and Perceived Communication (Paper Presentation)
- 03/2020, Pornography craving – Its association with Sleep Deprivation & Sexual disappointment among boys (Paper Presentation)
- 03/2020, Adolescents’ Hope and Quality of Life: A Comparative and Correlational Study
- 05/2022, Virtual Reality in Psychological Intervention (Poster)
- 05/2022, Attitude of Inclusion on Teachers and its’ impact on Resilience (Poster)
- 05/2022, Influence of Art Therapy on Students’ Perception about Life Satisfaction (Poster)
- 05/2022, Multiple Intelligence and Self – Esteem among College Students (Poster)
- 05/2022, Development and Validation of Perceived Parenting Style – Perception of a Child (Paper Presentation)
- 05/2022, Behavior Modification for a case of Oppositional Defiant Disorder (Paper Presentation)
- 05/2022, Role of Bedtime Stories on Parental Stress and Child Anxiety (Paper Presentation)
- 05/2022, Sleep Hygiene and Sleep Quality among adolescent men and women (Paper Presentation)
- 05/2022, A qualitative Case study on Adult Grooming (Paper Presentation)
- 05/2022, A study on Psychophysiological Aspects of Impulsivity, Personality Factors and Well-being status on Early Adolescents. (Paper Presentation)
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Indian
- Date of Birth: 01/07/00
References
- Dr. Sujaritha Magdalin, M. A., Ph. D., Associate Professor & Head of the Department, Department of Psychology, Presidency College, Chennai, +91 94440 80579, sujaritha96@gmail.com
- Mr. S. Karthikeyan, M. Sc., M. Phil., Ph. D (Pursuing), Lecturer and Head of the Department (i/c), Department of Clinical Psychology, National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Multiple Disabilities (NIEPMD) (Divyangjan), Muttukadu, Chennai, +91 98841 82257, karthikeyan.clinpsy@gmail.com
Training
- 07/2017, Field visit to MITHRA
- 02/2018, Expressive Arts in India Workshop, Women’s Christian College, Chennai
- 07/2018, Field Visit to LIFE 360
- 02/2019, Neurophysiological aspects of Trauma, Dr. M. G. R Janaki College of Arts & Science, Chennai
- 02/2019, Psychoanalysis Workshop, Sitara Counseling Centre, Chennai
- 09/2019, Gestalt Based Art Therapy, SHASUN, Chennai
- 01/2020, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workshop, Mar Gregorious College, Chennai
- 03/2020, Workshop on Qualitative Study in the field of Psychology, Presidency College
- 07/2020, Introduction to Sports Psychology (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 07/2020, Introduction to Psycho oncology (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 07/2020, Introduction to Art in Therapy (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 07/2020, Introduction to Psychotherapy (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 07/2020, Introduction to Fashion Psychology (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 08/2020, Introduction to Positive Psychology (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 08/2020, Introduction to Music and Movement in Therapy (1 day), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 10/2020, Webinar on Positive Psychology, Psychogenic Modelling
- 06/2021, Course on Introduction to Psycho oncology (3 days), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 06/2021, Introduction to Sports Psychology (3 days), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 06/2021, Introduction to Art Therapy (3 Hours), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 07/2021, Introduction to Rorschach Inkblot Test (3 Hours), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 07/2021, Introduction to Positive Psychology (2 Hours), Fortis Healthcare Limited
- 04/2022, Siragugal – Let them Fly, A Regional Seminar on School Psychologist, Presidency College, Chennai
Certification
- Certification in Family Therapy
- Certification in Play Therapy
- Certification in Life Coaching
- Certification in Pre-Marital Counseling
- Certification in Neuropsychology
- Certification in School Counseling
- Certification in Behavior Therapy
Languages
Telugu
First Language
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Accomplishments
- Won Best Paper award for research paper
Affiliations
- Reading Books
- Gardening
- Carving materials
- Craft making
Timeline
Special Educator
Chettinad Sath Sadhana
07.2022 - Current
Clinical Psychology Intern
NIEPMD
03.2022 - 03.2022
Special Education Intern
Beehvive Special School
09.2021 - 10.2021
Master of Science - Master of Science in Psychology (School Psychology)
Presidency College, University of Madras
Under-Graduation - Bachelor of Science in Psychology
Presidency College, University of Madras
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