MEENAKSHI MAHAJAN
Surat
Summary
Education leader with 16 years in CBSE and international schools, specializing in academic leadership, teacher development, curriculum effectiveness, and school quality assurance. As Training Head, leads induction programs, CPD, classroom observations, and instructional mentoring. Experience as an Internal Member of the SQAAF Audit Team, managing self-evaluation, documentation, and evidence for audits. Builds high-performing teams, strengthens academic systems, and aligns practices with CBSE and NEP 2020 mandates. Energetic professional successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish aggressive goals. Dedicated to open, communicative culture where employees feel empowered to contribute to company's success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training Head & Academic Leader
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL
Surat
01.2023 - Current
- Provide strategic academic leadership by planning, implementing, and monitoring teacher induction and capacity-building programmes.
- Design and lead Continuous Professional Development (CPD) initiatives aligned with CBSE, EDAC, and Chrysalis Thinkroom frameworks.
- Conduct structured classroom observations and instructional reviews to ensure high teaching standards.
- Monitor curriculum effectiveness and learning outcomes across grades, ensuring alignment with CBSE competencies and NEP 2020.
- Serve as Internal Member of the SQAAF Audit Team, managing self-evaluation, documentation, and evidence processes till final audit results.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to drive academic improvement, teacher accountability, and school excellence.
Deputy Coordinator – Middle Stage
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL
Surat
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Supported the Principal and senior leadership in academic planning and school operations.
- Supervised teaching–learning processes through classroom observations and mentoring.
- Ensured curriculum implementation, interdisciplinary planning, and assessment alignment.
Examination In-Charge – Middle Stage
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL
Surat
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Led planning and execution of internal and CBSE-aligned examinations.
- Ensured transparency, confidentiality, and compliance with CBSE norms.
- Analysed student performance data to guide academic interventions.
Home Room Teacher (IB Curriculum)
Fountainhead School
Surat
01.2016 - 01.2017
PRT Science Teacher
Euro School
Surat
01.2013 - 01.2016
PRT Science Teacher
P.P. Savani Chaitanya Vidya Sankul
Surat
01.2011 - 01.2013
TGT Science Teacher
Shri H.J. Gajera English Medium School
Surat
01.2009 - 01.2010
Education
M.A. - Education
IGNOU
12.2025
M.Sc. - Zoology
M.P. Bhoj University
Bhopal12.2021
B.Ed. - Science & Mathematics
IGNOU
12.2014
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
University of Mumbai
12.2005
Skills
- Educational leadership skills
- School improvement strategies
- Teacher hiring and onboarding processes
- Capacity building efforts
- Ongoing professional development initiatives
- Curriculum design and assessment review
- Effectiveness evaluation methods
- Classroom observation and constructive feedback
- Assessment systems optimization
- Remedial planning approaches for students in need
- Quality assurance frameworks in education
- SQAAF audit methodologies for schools
- NEP 2020 compliance strategies
- Competency-focused education implementation
- Communication with stakeholders
- Team leadership capabilities
Certification
- Certified CBSE Resource Person
- CBSE Capacity Building Programme – Science
- CBSE Training – Assessment in Science
- CTET Qualified
- Trained in Experiential Learning, Competency-Based Education & Blended Learning
- Proficient in Google & Microsoft digital education platforms
Languages
- Hindi
- Marathi
- Gujarati
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
- Gujarati
Awards
National-Level MEM Planucate Innovative Facilitator Award – Class VIII & X Science
Key Leadership Competencies
- Academic Leadership & School Improvement Planning
- Teacher Recruitment, Induction & Capacity Building
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Frameworks
- Curriculum Design, Review & Effectiveness (CBSE / Chrysalis Thinkroom)
- Classroom Observation, Monitoring & Feedback
- Assessment Systems, Result Analysis & Remedial Planning
- School Quality Assurance & SQAAF Audit Processes
- NEP 2020 & Competency-Based Education Implementation
- Stakeholder Communication & Team Leadership
Leadership Profile
Vision-driven education leader with over 14 years of rich experience in CBSE and international school settings, specialising in academic leadership, teacher capacity building, curriculum effectiveness, assessment systems, and school quality assurance. Currently serving as Training Head, leading school-wide induction programmes, continuous professional development (CPD), classroom observations, and instructional mentoring. Served as an Internal Member of the SQAAF Audit Team, responsible for school self-evaluation, documentation, and systematic evidence management, actively involved throughout the complete audit cycle till final audit results and post-audit academic improvement planning. Known for building high-performing teaching teams, strengthening academic systems, and aligning school practices with CBSE mandates and NEP 2020. Ready to contribute strategically as a Vice Principal / Principal by driving excellence, accountability, and a positive school culture.
Timeline
Training Head & Academic Leader
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL
01.2023 - Current
Deputy Coordinator – Middle Stage
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL
01.2021 - 01.2023
Examination In-Charge – Middle Stage
THE MILLENNIUM SCHOOL
01.2018 - 01.2021
Home Room Teacher (IB Curriculum)
Fountainhead School
01.2016 - 01.2017
PRT Science Teacher
Euro School
01.2013 - 01.2016
PRT Science Teacher
P.P. Savani Chaitanya Vidya Sankul
01.2011 - 01.2013
TGT Science Teacher
Shri H.J. Gajera English Medium School
01.2009 - 01.2010
M.A. - Education
IGNOU
M.Sc. - Zoology
M.P. Bhoj University
B.Ed. - Science & Mathematics
IGNOU
B.Sc. - Biotechnology
University of Mumbai