Nupur Valia Shinde
Wadala(w)
Summary
Accomplished educator and curriculum developer with extensive experience in primary education, specialising in inquiry-based learning and curriculum development. Demonstrated expertise as a homeroom teacher and grade advisor at Don Bosco International School, leading professional development workshops and enhancing instructional strategies. Successfully authored a children's book, showcasing effective communication skills. Proven leadership in organising inter-school events and Model United Nations assemblies, with a strong focus on team management and event planning. Career goal includes further advancing educational methodologies to foster critical thinking and life skills among students.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Homeroom Teacher for Grade 4
UNIVERSAL WISDOM SCHOOL
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Designed and executed experiential and inquiry-based learning with effective differentiation strategies as a homeroom teacher.
- Designed and administered formative and summative assessments to evaluate student learning and inform instructional decisions.
Children's Book Author
UNICORN LABS
Mumbai
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Authored a children's book, The Makeup Experiment, published by Unicorn Author Lab on Amazon Kindle.
Primary CAS In-charge
DON BOSCO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Planned, organised, and led the first inter-school Model United Nations Assembly for grade 5 students.
- Coordinated and initiated the School Interact Club for grades 9 and 10.
- Led numerous donation drives and actions beyond the curriculum as part of the school CAS programme.
- Worked with a government school in Palghar District, and developed a primary level English curriculum.
- Furthermore, provided support in developing the school's infrastructural needs as CAS in charge.
Grade Advisor (Grades 1,2 &3)
DON BOSCO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2020 - 05.2024
- Created professional development workshops for IBPYP teachers to help them enhance their teaching practices.
- Collaborated with faculty members to develop course objectives and outcomes.
- Provided guidance on instructional strategies, assessment methods, and classroom management techniques.
- Reviewed instructional plans submitted by teachers to ensure alignment with IB expectations.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored curriculum framework for all core subjects, ensuring curricular content is up to date and relevant.
- Conducted observations of classrooms and provided constructive feedback to enhance the effectiveness of instruction and student learning.
- Identified areas where the existing curriculum can be enhanced through additional resources or activities.
- Actively collaborated to complete the school authorisation process.
- Lead a team of teachers in drafting reports that document evidence of the programme for the school evaluation process, as required by the IB.
Homeroom Teacher Grade 3
DON BOSCO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2017 - 05.2024
- Planned and executed experiential and inquiry-based learning with appropriate differentiation as a homeroom teacher.
- Utilised technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instructions.
- Collaborated with the grade team to ensure smooth inter-disciplinary integrations.
- Mentored Grade 5 PYPX students for 6 consecutive years.
- Led and coordinated multiple inter-school events and annual events.
Student Facilitator
ENPOWER
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Executed a specialised management curriculum designed to develop life skills in students of grades 6 to 10.
- Developed hands-on learning experiences to develop critical thinking skills.
Personal Educator
KANGAROO KIDS PRE-SCHOOL
07.2015 - 05.2017
- Pre-primary Personal Educator for a differently-abled student.
Speech and Drama Facilitator
ALL FOR KIDS - SPEECH AND DRAMA INSTITUTE
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Worked as a speech and drama teacher and school coordinator.
Education
Masters - Commerce, Management Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
Mumbai, MH01.2019
Bachelors - Education, Economics
PILLAI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
Mumbai01.2017
Bachelors - Management Studies, Marketing
G.N.KHALSA COLLEGE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
01.2014
Higher Secondary Certificate -
R. A. PODAR COLLEGE OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMICS
01.2008
High school or equivalent -
J.B. VACHHA HIGH SCHOOL
01.2008
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Leadership
- Team Management
- Event Planning
- Effective Communication
Certification
- Making PYP Happen in the Classroom - Category 1
- Concept-based Curriculum and Instructions
- The Karadi Path Workshop on Reimagining the English Classroom
- The Don Bosco Way
- Differentiation in Assessments
- Model United Nations Assembly Organised by Rotaract District Organisation, 3140 Participated as a delegate
Accomplishments
- Awarded Best Research Project in Economics during final year B.Ed course
- Organised Inter-School Model United Nations Assembly for PYP grade 5.
- Worked as team leader at Don Bosco International School for IBPYP Evaluation Process.
- Actively worked as Board of Director for Rotaract Club of Bombay Uptown.
- Worked with underprivileged students through Rotaract Project - Shiksha
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Gujarati
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Homeroom Teacher for Grade 4
UNIVERSAL WISDOM SCHOOL
07.2025 - 12.2025
Children's Book Author
UNICORN LABS
01.2024 - 07.2025
Primary CAS In-charge
DON BOSCO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2022 - 05.2024
Grade Advisor (Grades 1,2 &3)
DON BOSCO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2020 - 05.2024
Student Facilitator
ENPOWER
01.2018 - 12.2019
Homeroom Teacher Grade 3
DON BOSCO INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2017 - 05.2024
Personal Educator
KANGAROO KIDS PRE-SCHOOL
07.2015 - 05.2017
Speech and Drama Facilitator
ALL FOR KIDS - SPEECH AND DRAMA INSTITUTE
01.2014 - 12.2015
Masters - Commerce, Management Studies
UNIVERSITY OF MUMBAI
Bachelors - Education, Economics
PILLAI COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND RESEARCH
Bachelors - Management Studies, Marketing
G.N.KHALSA COLLEGE OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES
Higher Secondary Certificate -
R. A. PODAR COLLEGE OF COMMERCE AND ECONOMICS
High school or equivalent -
J.B. VACHHA HIGH SCHOOL