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Neena Arora

Neena Arora

educator
Ambala Cantt,HR

Summary

Accomplished educator with over 20 years of experience in Art and Craft teaching and 3 years as Cultural Coordinator at SD Vidya School, specializing in planning and executing cultural programs that enhance student engagement. Expertise in training students in theatre and performing arts while fostering creative expression through art and co-curricular activities ensures a well-rounded educational experience. A strong advocate for integrating cultural initiatives with the academic curriculum, promoting holistic student development aligned with NEP 2020 principles, including creativity, critical thinking, and emotional growth. Committed to creating engaging, value-driven learning environments that empower students to excel academically, socially, and culturally.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Cultural Coordinator

The S.D. Vidya School, Ambala Cantt
01.2022 - Current
  • Organizing cultural events, special assemblies, show and tell and celebrations for the primary wing.
  • Organizing cultural programs integrated with academics and NEP 2020 guidelines.
  • Training and mentoring teachers and students in drama, theatre, and stage presentations.
  • Directing school plays and annual class concerts, integrating art, dance, and music.
  • Designing creative spaces and interior displays for school events.
  • Coordinating cultural activities in alignment with academic curriculum to integrate learning with creativity.
  • Designing key school infrastructure: toddler reception, activity hall including mini forms of house, bank, police station, fire station, theater, and planned the Food Production Lab.
  • Planning and implementing SUPW, hobby, and personality development curriculum for foundational and primary stage students.
  • Conducted talks and activities to raise awareness on current affairs such as summer heat waves, Earth Day, and safety circles.

Art & Craft Teacher

The S.D. Vidya School, Ambala Cantt
01.2014 - 01.2020
  • Teaching Art and Craft to students across age groups (primary classes).
  • Designed innovative lesson plans, art projects, and competitions.
  • Preparing students for different competitions, helping them in enhancing their creative skill.
  • Guided exhibitions and creative displays for school functions.
  • Decorating theme-based backgrounds for special events
  • Organising competitions related to art and craft.

Mother Teacher for Grade III

Saint Joseph’s convent secondary school, Bhatinda
01.2012 - 01.2012
  • Providing academic teaching as well as moral and value-based education.
  • Organising class assemblies, cultural skits, and art projects.
  • Planning and delivering lessons in accordance with the territory Curriculum.

Art & Craft Teacher

Kharga Pre Primary School, Ambala Cantt
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Teaching Art and Craft to students to develop their creativity and self-expression.
  • Designed art files, and school decorations to enhance the learning environment.
  • Designed age-appropriate craft and cultural programs for early childhood learners.
  • Daily classroom management mentoring student behaviour and individual student progress.
  • Preparing backdrop for the occasions and school functions.

Computer, Art and Craft, Mathematics teacher

D.A.V. Public School, Ambala Cantt
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Teaching computers, art and craft from grade I to VIII.
  • Taught maths to grade V students including interactive learning textbook workbook and group exercises.
  • Teaching dance with techniques for each dance routine.
  • Instructed students in arts such as painting sketching designing and structuring.
  • Liaising with parents about their child's progress preparing students for examination.
  • Keeping up to date with any new developments resources methods available within the field.
  • Additionally Preparing the school timetable in coordination with academics.
  • Performing discipline duties to maintain decorum among students.

Education

M.Sc. - Computer Science

Kurukshetra University

B.Ed. - undefined

Sant Nishchal College of women, Kurukshetra University

BCA - undefined

SD college Kurukshetra University

Diploma - Fine Arts

Skills

Holistic Child Development (NEP 2020 aligned)

Certification

Creative Thinking Assessment

Accomplishments

  • Received Best teacher’s award from Bharat Vikas Parishad.
  • Secured position as a President of student association of computer electronic and IT department in SD college.
  • Winner of JCI Ambala Cantt dance competition, 2002, 2003 and 2006.
  • Organised and inter college slide show computer painting and on the spot software development contest in SD college.
  • State level winner in art competitions.
  • Won many competitions of painting, poster making and availed first and second positions.
  • Judged Mr and Miss Ambala.
  • Judged dance competition at school level and college level.
  • Choreographed youth festival for Arya Girls College Ambala Cantt and DAV college Ambala City.
  • Directed plays like Cinderella, Airport, Beauty and Beast, Aladdin, Azaadi k Deewane etc in School.
  • Integrated arts & culture into curriculum, enhancing learning experiences aligned with NEP 2020.
  • Created awareness Nukkad Nataks on social issues (e.g., drug awareness).
  • Designed co-curricular programs to boost students’ confidence and creativity.

Personal Details

Strengths: Creative Vision, Leadership, Team Management, Academic Integration

Work Availability

monday
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wednesday
thursday
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saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Cultural Coordinator

The S.D. Vidya School, Ambala Cantt
01.2022 - Current

Art & Craft Teacher

The S.D. Vidya School, Ambala Cantt
01.2014 - 01.2020

Mother Teacher for Grade III

Saint Joseph’s convent secondary school, Bhatinda
01.2012 - 01.2012

Art & Craft Teacher

Kharga Pre Primary School, Ambala Cantt
01.2007 - 01.2012

Computer, Art and Craft, Mathematics teacher

D.A.V. Public School, Ambala Cantt
01.2004 - 01.2007

B.Ed. - undefined

Sant Nishchal College of women, Kurukshetra University

BCA - undefined

SD college Kurukshetra University

Diploma - Fine Arts

M.Sc. - Computer Science

Kurukshetra University
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