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Ishita Bhattacharya

Ishita Bhattacharya

Social Studies Facilitator
Hyderabad

Summary

Experienced social studies teacher with exceptional communication skills and over 13 years of teaching experience. Skilled in effectively managing students and maximizing learning opportunities in diverse classroom settings. Currently serving as the social studies head of the department at CHIREC International School, Hyderabad, specializing in the CAIE curriculum. Proficient in teaching EVM for the IGCSE curriculum for a period of 3 years.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Social Studies Head of the Department

CHIREC International School
Hyderabad
06.2021 - Current
  • Facilitating student engagement through organized activities, all the while overseeing classroom management.
  • Develop and implement regulations regarding conduct and protocols for upholding discipline among the students
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as Geography and History
  • Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students
  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
  • Promoted as Social Science Head of the Department
  • Attended numerous trainings and workshop both on subject and personality development
  • Working as level 1 supervisor for subject teachers of the department
  • Evaluate teachers on mock teaching, methodology used and evaluating them in performance appraisals
  • Working in interview panel for recruiting teachers
  • Attending senior leadership meeting and provide input on department’s progress
  • Point of contact for handling escalation

Senior Secondary Teacher

Glendale Academy International School
Hyderabad
10.2014 - 04.2021
  • Organizing student’s activities and at the same time handling classroom management
  • Establish and enforce rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible
  • Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
  • Instruct through lectures, discussions, and demonstrations in one or more subjects such as Geography and History
  • Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress
  • Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate these objectives to students
  • Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate
  • Promoted as Social Science Head of the Department
  • Attended numerous trainings and workshop both on subject and personality development
  • Working as level 1 supervisor for subject teachers from Grade 6 to Grade 12, grading them in performance appraisals
  • Evaluate teachers on mock teaching, methodology used and evaluating them in performance appraisals
  • Working in interview panel for recruiting teachers
  • Attending senior leadership meeting and provide input on department’s progress
  • Point of contact for handling escalation
  • Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and strategies tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Increased parent involvement in their child''s education through regular communication and fostering strong relationships.
  • Implemented innovative assessment tools that allowed for better tracking of student progress and targeted support.

Subject Teacher- Secondary

Chirec Public School
Hyderabad
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Utilized available curriculum resources and selected appropriate classroom materials
  • Provided a solid understanding of geographical and historical regions of the world
  • Graded student papers and assignments and performed other administrative duties
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans incorporating curriculum requirements
  • Initiated stimulating classroom discussions and encouraged participation
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into lessons.
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.

Middle School Coordinator and Class Teacher

Glendale Academy International
Hyderabad
06.2012 - 04.2013
  • Maintain correspondence with students, faculty/staff, parents and community
  • Organize and implement recognition programs and assemblies for the student body and faculty/staff
  • Maintain master event calendar for in-school and community use
  • Develop student handbook/planners
  • Assist in the processing of all contracts between student organizations and organizations outside the school
  • Increasing the profile of international work in the curriculum
  • Keeping abreast of initiatives promoting international developments for staff and students
  • Maintaining and establishing links with schools in other countries
  • Created an inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse student needs and fostering a culture of respect.
  • Evaluated student performance using formative assessments throughout the year, allowing for timely intervention when necessary.

Subject & Class Teacher, Middle School

Lakshmipat Singhania Academy
Kolkata
11.2010 - 05.2012
  • Encourage each student’s academic, and social, development as well as moral welfare
  • Maintain a record of the studies undertaken by each student
  • Worked towards maintaining excellent class hygiene
  • Encourage and monitor each student’s involvement in co-curricular activities
  • Apart from the role as educator in specific studies, have the privileged role of working with each student in their classroom in order to develop his or her potential
  • Set high expectations for students’ behaviour, establishing and maintaining a good standard of discipline
  • Promoted as Head of department for Geography for Middle School
  • Skilled in imparting knowledge to enhance student’s efficiency and capability
  • Selected as an efficient member for International School Award team
  • Teaching allocated class (80% consistency, 20% innovation)
  • Planning (Medium, Short term), taking account of children’s interests and prior knowledge
  • Keeping up to date in changes in education
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.

Subject & Class Teacher

Pretoria High School
Kolkata
06.2010 - 09.2010
  • Plan and prepare lessons in line with subject schemes of work, using appropriate teaching methods and resources
  • Mark and monitor students’ class and homework providing constructive oral and written feedback and setting targets for students’ progress
  • Undertake rigorous tutoring lessons, making planned and effective use of all teaching and tutoring time
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering a climate conducive to learning.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.

Subject Teacher

Indus International School
Bangalore
01.2008 - 06.2008
  • Collect prescribed book list, syllabus, and lesson plan
  • Maintain that sincerely
  • Prepare the lesson plan as per syllabus and follow that properly
  • Collect Academic Calendar
  • Take special care of the weak students
  • Implemented diverse approaches to ensure understanding of course material and overall academic success
  • Analyzed student learning and plan and administer a variety of appropriate assessments
  • Ensured effective and positive parent communication
  • Coordinated the debate team and planned annual trips
  • Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
  • Provided individualized support for struggling learners, implementing targeted interventions tailored to each student''s unique needs.

Education

Bachelor of education (B.Ed.) -

Calcutta University
Kolkata
03.2008 - 03.2010

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geography

Pune University
Pune
03.2005 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Geography

Calcutta University
Kolkata
03.2001 - 03.2004

High school -

Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE & ISC)
Kolkata
03.1999 - 03.2001

Skills

  • 13 years of experience in working as a Geography and History teacher

  • 5 years of experience in working as a class teacher

  • 8 years of experience in working as a social studies HOD

  • Experience in working and handling different boards (IGCSE, ICSE, CBSE )

  • Staff recruitment

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: U9201666
  • Date of Birth: 07/29/82
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

Professionalcoursesandcertifications

  • Swift INDIA, National Institute of Information Technology, India
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Qualified
  • Environmental Management, Cambridge University, Dehradun

Timeline

Social Studies Head of the Department

CHIREC International School
06.2021 - Current

Senior Secondary Teacher

Glendale Academy International School
10.2014 - 04.2021

Subject Teacher- Secondary

Chirec Public School
06.2013 - 09.2013

Middle School Coordinator and Class Teacher

Glendale Academy International
06.2012 - 04.2013

Subject & Class Teacher, Middle School

Lakshmipat Singhania Academy
11.2010 - 05.2012

Subject & Class Teacher

Pretoria High School
06.2010 - 09.2010

Bachelor of education (B.Ed.) -

Calcutta University
03.2008 - 03.2010

Subject Teacher

Indus International School
01.2008 - 06.2008

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geography

Pune University
03.2005 - 03.2006

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Geography

Calcutta University
03.2001 - 03.2004

High school -

Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE & ISC)
03.1999 - 03.2001
Ishita BhattacharyaSocial Studies Facilitator