FARHANA MANJI
SPECIAL EDUCATOR
HYDERABAD
Summary
Special education is a structured approach to supporting students with diverse learning needs through individualized instruction, accommodations, and inclusive practices. A special educator designs and implements these supports, works closely with teachers, parents, and professionals, and ensures each student can access the curriculum and reach their full potential.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificates
3
3
Languages
Work History
Special Educator
Delhi Public School, Nacharam
06.2024 - Current
- Observations were conducted and thereby focused on the areas listed below: Classroom Behavior, Social Interactions & Academic Engagement of the student.
- Classroom observations were carried out throughout the month to monitor and assess students potentially falling under the CWSN (Children With Special Needs) category.
- Observations focused on identifying signs of learning difficulties, behavioral challenges, and emotional concerns across academic and non-academic settings.
- Held collaborative discussions with class teachers to share findings and gather their feedback regarding student performance & classroom engagement.
- Gathered inputs from teachers regarding students’ academic performance and classroom behavior to update and verify the existing CWSN list.
- Prepared detailed progress reports, behavior tracking logs, and documentation for IEP and parent meetings.
- Regularly observed and assessed student behavior and emotional well-being to inform instructional planning.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to adapt curriculum and promote inclusive practices.
- Maintained open and ongoing communication with parents and caregivers regarding student progress and needs.
- Attended professional development sessions, including “Decoding Dyslexia”, to enhance skills in literacy intervention and inclusive education.
- Used visual schedules, sensory tools, and assistive technologies to support learning and emotional regulation.
- Supported classroom teachers in managing transitions and peer interactions for students with special needs.
- Provided counselling to students by offering emotional and psychological support to children.
- Facilitated Learning Outcomes Certification (LOC) by assessing Grade 10 students and recommending subject exemptions where appropriate.
- Initiated and conducted targeted academic support sessions for underperforming classes to improve learning outcomes.
- Delivered training sessions for teachers on inclusion, special education, learning disabilities, and effective classroom strategies.
- Provided counselling to students by offering emotional and psychological support to children.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and external professionals to address and manage student cases holistically.
- Conducted remedial sessions in both group and one-on-one settings to support students with learning challenges.
- Facilitated Learning Outcomes Certification (LOC) by assessing Grade 10 students and recommending subject exemptions where appropriate.
- Initiated and conducted targeted academic support sessions for underperforming classes to improve learning outcomes.
- Delivered training sessions for teachers on inclusion, special education, learning disabilities, and effective classroom strategies.
- Participated in a psychology apprenticeship program focused on supporting Grade 12 students.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and external professionals to address and manage student cases holistically.
- Conducted remedial sessions in both group and one-on-one settings to support students with learning challenges.
Internship for Special Educator
Kendriya Vidyalaya Kanchanbagh
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Particularly with students who have been diagnosed with dyslexia or other learning disabilities.
- Worked closely with students on academic material.
- Maintain regular communication with students, parents, and teachers regarding student progress.
- Researched, designed, and implemented SPED (Special Education) and general curriculum.
Assistant Educator
Unique Intelligence
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Working with kids having difficulty with dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia etc.
- Handling one on one child and helping them with the activities.
- Making a record of all the activities performed by the child.
- Informing and asking the parents about the behavior of the child at school and home.
Tech Support
IBM
02.2015 - 12.2016
- Identifying Hardware and Software solutions.
- Troubleshooting Technical issues.
- Installing and Configuring Hardware and Software.
- Talking to Customers through a series of actions to resolve an issue.
- Supporting the role out of the new applications.
- Providing support in the form of procedural documentation.
Education
B.Ed Special Education - Learning Disability
01-2023
Bachelor of Commerce - Foreign Trade
01-2012
Board of Intermediate - undefined
01-2009
Board of Secondary Education - undefined
01-2007
Skills
Strong communication
Teamwork and collaborative skills
Differentiated instruction
Adaptability and Flexibility
Utmost dedication and positivity
Interpersonal communications
Learning Management systems
Certification
AMI The AMI (Association Montessori International) 3-6 Assistant course 2020
Timeline
Special Educator
Delhi Public School, Nacharam
06.2024 - Current
Internship for Special Educator
Kendriya Vidyalaya Kanchanbagh
12.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Educator
Unique Intelligence
02.2017 - 03.2020
Tech Support
IBM
02.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Foreign Trade
Board of Intermediate - undefined
Board of Secondary Education - undefined
B.Ed Special Education - Learning Disability
Languages
English
Hindi
French