Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
References
Publications And Seminars
Timeline
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POOJA MEENA

POOJA MEENA

Greater Noida

Summary

A dedicated and driven individual with a strong aspiration to excel as a History Teacher. Committed to fostering collaborative, creative, and critical thinking skills in students by incorporating technology to enhance learning. Proficient in crafting dynamic lesson plans and making subject matter relatable to real-world contexts, ultimately promoting retention and active participation.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

TGT History

Sardar Patel Vidyalaya
Lodi Estate
01.2024 - Current
  • Classes Taught: VI to X – History, Political Science, Geography
  • Fostered a supportive classroom environment encouraging curiosity and active participation.
  • Created meaningful projects that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real world situations.

TGT Social Science

Lilawati Vidya Mandir Sr. Sec. School
Delhi
07.2022 - 05.2023
  • Classes Taught: IX & X - History, Political Science, Economics
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.

TGT History

Delhi Public School
Delhi
07.2021 - 11.2021
  • Classes Taught: VI, VII & VIII - Integrated Social Science
  • Integrated multimedia resources into the classroom setting to stimulate discussion among students.
  • Designed lesson plans, course handouts and homework assignments based on textbook material and coursework.

Trainee

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Shalimar Bagh
Shalimar Bagh
01.2021 - 01.2021
  • Classes Taught: IX - History, Social & Political life, XI - History
  • Helped with all the aspects of teaching like classroom management, efficiently transacting lesson plans, building better relationships with students, etc.

Field Observer

ST Mary's School
Dwarka
12.2019 - 12.2019
  • Classes Observed: VI, VIII, IX, XI
  • Observed and reflected upon classroom and school activities

Education

CTET Qualified -

03.2022

Bachelor of Education - Social Science

University Of Delhi
09.2021

Masters of Arts - History

Indira Gandhi National Open University
Delhi
08.2019

Bachelors of Arts - History

Miranda House
Delhi
07.2017

Senior Secondary - Humanities

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Vikaspuri
Delhi
05.2014

Secondary -

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Vikaspuri
Delhi
05.2012

Skills

  • Communication Skills
  • Pedagogical Knowledge
  • Classroom Management
  • Lesson Planning
  • ICT Skills
  • Problem Solving

Hobbies and Interests

  • Folk Music: Avid folk music enthusiast with a deep appreciation for cultural melodies and traditional musical expressions.
  • Historical Exploration: An avid explorer of historical sites and landmarks, fascinated by the narratives of the past.
  • Baking: Passionate Home baker with a flair for creating delightful treats and exploring innovative recipes.

References

  • Dr. Ashish Ranjan, Department of Education, University of Delhi
  • Mrs. Harshita Bakshi, Head of Department, History, Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, Delhi

Publications And Seminars

  • Among the writers of monograph 'Mental Health in times of Covid: stories of optimism and resilience' MHRD sponsored.
  • Attended 'National Workshop on Pedagogy of History: Perspectives, Practices and Possibilities'.
  • Presented and participated in 'Covid and Mental Health' Seminar.
  • Attended Webinar on 'School Culture in Krishnamurti Schools', Prof. Meenakshi Thapar.
  • Completed Commonwealth Digital Education Leadership Training in Action (C-DELTA) Online programme.

Timeline

TGT History

Sardar Patel Vidyalaya
01.2024 - Current

TGT Social Science

Lilawati Vidya Mandir Sr. Sec. School
07.2022 - 05.2023

TGT History

Delhi Public School
07.2021 - 11.2021

Trainee

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Shalimar Bagh
01.2021 - 01.2021

Field Observer

ST Mary's School
12.2019 - 12.2019

CTET Qualified -

Bachelor of Education - Social Science

University Of Delhi

Masters of Arts - History

Indira Gandhi National Open University

Bachelors of Arts - History

Miranda House

Senior Secondary - Humanities

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Vikaspuri

Secondary -

Kendriya Vidyalaya, Vikaspuri
POOJA MEENA