Meenakshi Sharma
Principal
Banglore,KA
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with over 17 years of progressive experience in school leadership, academic excellence, and instructional coaching. Currently serving as Lead Principal at Orchids The International School in Bengaluru, spearheading initiatives that enhance academic quality across one of India's largest K-12 school networks. Proven expertise in mentoring over 50 teachers, conducting more than 200 classroom observations, and implementing NEP 2020 practices to drive school improvement and operational excellence. Committed to fostering collaborative school cultures and creating future-ready environments that prioritize innovation, student well-being, and continuous improvement in every decision.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Principal
Orchids International School
06.2026 - Current
- To provide strong academic and administrative leadership, ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of the school, maintain discipline, and uphold the institution’s mission, values, and standards, while promoting the holistic development and well-being of all students.
- Responsibilities
- Academic Leadership & Excellence – Driving high-quality teaching, learning outcomes, and curriculum implementation.
- Staff Performance Management – Supervising, mentoring, and evaluating teachers and support staff to ensure professional excellence.
- Student Welfare & Discipline – Promoting student well-being, safety, discipline, and holistic development.
- School Operations & Administration – Ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning of all academic and administrative processes.
- Strategic Planning & School Improvement – Developing and executing initiatives that enhance school performance and growth.
- Parent & Stakeholder Engagement – Building strong relationships with parents, community members, and other stakeholders.
- Infrastructure, Safety & Compliance – Maintaining facilities, ensuring campus safety, and adhering to regulatory requirements.
- Data-Driven Performance Monitoring – Tracking academic, operational, and organizational KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
Headmistress
Arya Sr. Sec. School
07.2025 - 04.2026
- To provide academic and administrative leadership, ensure efficient school operations, maintain discipline, and uphold the mission, values, and standards of the institution while ensuring the overall development and welfare of students.
- Responsibilities
- Provide strong academic leadership and ensure high teaching-learning standards.
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day functioning of the school section assigned (Primary and Middle wing).
- Maintain discipline among students and staff while promoting a positive school culture.
- Supervise, guide, and support teachers and non-teaching staff in fulfilling their duties.
- Uphold the mission, vision, and values of the school through effective administration and decision-making.
- Monitor curriculum implementation, assessments, and overall academic progress.
- Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and management to ensure smooth school operations.
Primary Wing Head
RPS International School
04.2022 - 03.2025
- I served as the Head of the Primary School at RPS International School, Karnal, where I was responsible for overseeing and coordinating all academic and administrative operations. My role included reviewing existing systems, evaluating their effectiveness, and implementing improved procedures to enhance school functioning and overall efficiency.
- Responsibilities
- To ensure deadlines are met and procedures are followed.
- Attending orientation course, refresher course and short term courses for updating subjective and administrative knowledge.
- Carry out administrative activities associated with admissions to post secondary educational institutions.
- Superintendence of Examinations.
- Oversee and co-ordinate academic administrative procedures and review, evaluate and implement new procedures.
- Performing admission duties and interview applicants.
- Handling academic and non academic responsibilities.
- Curriculum and content development as well delivery of training.
- Regulating Examination related duties.
- Controlling Periodic and annual examinations.
Co-ordinator
Montfort World School
03.2015 - 03.2022
- I was heading the Middle School at Montfort World School Karnal.
- Successfully coordinating online classes for two years during the COVID pandemic! I have undoubtedly played a crucial role in ensuring continuous learning for students in these unprecedented times. Organizing and attending staff development workshops related to different teaching methodologies, work-life balance, stress management, smart work and student psychology.
- Conducting practical labs and examinations.
- Preparation of student course handouts and review of learning resources with reference books.
- Preparing question papers for internal examination and teaching lab programs.
Co-ordinator
Haryana Sr. Sec. School
07.2010 - 03.2015
- Headed the Middle School at Haryana Sr. Sec. School, Panipat
- Member of event organisation committee able to arrange various seminars.
- Part of admission counselling team.
- Preparation of student course handouts and review of learning resources with reference books.
PGT Computer Science
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Basohli
08.2008 - 03.2009
- Handled senior secondary classes at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Basohli.
- Monitoring students who need special attention.
- Involved in mentoring students. It includes- academic process, personal counseling and grooming.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Kurukshetra University
Haryana, India11.2012
Masters in Computer Applications - undefined
Kurukshetra University
Haryana, India12.2008
M.Sc. - Computer Science
Kurukshetra University
Haryana, India08.2007
Post Graduate Diploma - Computer Application
Kurukshetra University
Haryana, India11.2006
B.Sc. - Medical
Panjab university
Chandigarh, India11.2006
Senior Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Government Model Sr. Sec. School Sector 21
Chandigarh, India03.2003
Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Kendriya Vidyalaya School Chandimandir
Panchkula, Haryana, India03.1999
Skills
Language proficiency in English, Hindi, Punjabi
Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Powerpoint ChatGPT Google documents
Communication Skills
Excellent communication skills gained through various lectures and seminars
Precise writing skills from working on projects, paper presentations and power point presentations
Employee performance evaluations
Staff management
Verbal and written communication
Training and mentoring
Training
- CBSE Trainings
- Class Room Management
- Art Integration
- Competency Based Education Module-1
- Competency Based Education Module- 2
- Digital Wellness by CIET-NCERT
- Emerging concerns in Cyberspace by CIET-NCERT
- Mahakumbh Mela Quiz
- Cyber Swachata
- Cyber Space main ubharti chintayen
List of additional job-related skills
- Implemented new procedures in Primary wing at Arya Sr Sec School for the betterment of students
- Successfully organized and executed the Annual Function, Graduation Day, Award Ceremony, and various inter-school activities, fostering students’ communication skills, public speaking abilities, and overall confidence.
- Successfully managed and implemented annual event , award ceremony , inter and intra RPS competitions.
- 100% participation of students in annual event at RPS Karnal.
- Represented School at “Geeta Jayanti Shobha Yatra” for consecutive 3 years with Karnal Administration.
- Managing curricular and co-curricular activities according to NEP.
- Certified phonics trainer by “ Center of Excellence” in “Phonics Fun”.
- Successfully organized and coordinated the Independence Day celebration, including program planning, students participation and event management.
- Successfully handled Annual Sports Meet held at Arya Sr. Sec. School Gharaunda.
- Recipient of Best Teacher Award, Indian Talent Olympiad.
Timeline
Lead Principal
Orchids International School
06.2026 - Current
Headmistress
Arya Sr. Sec. School
07.2025 - 04.2026
Primary Wing Head
RPS International School
04.2022 - 03.2025
Co-ordinator
Montfort World School
03.2015 - 03.2022
Co-ordinator
Haryana Sr. Sec. School
07.2010 - 03.2015
PGT Computer Science
Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Basohli
08.2008 - 03.2009
Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Kendriya Vidyalaya School Chandimandir
Senior Secondary School Certificate - undefined
Government Model Sr. Sec. School Sector 21
B.Sc. - Medical
Panjab university
Post Graduate Diploma - Computer Application
Kurukshetra University
M.Sc. - Computer Science
Kurukshetra University
Masters in Computer Applications - undefined
Kurukshetra University
Bachelor of Education -
Kurukshetra University