Pooja Vijayan
Vadodara
Summary
Experienced and Ph D. in performing arts professional with career spanning 8+ years in India and Singapore with specialty in Indian classical dances, theatre and music in education industry. Creative, well researched and dedicated educator who has helped in creating curriculum. Completed double post graduation in fine arts from Bharathidasan and Kerala Kalamandalam University and Diploma in Carnatic music. A scientific committee member in ICOAH 2023 and member of International Dance Council, UNESCO.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
Parul University
Vadodara
06.2023 - Current
- Develop curriculum and prepare lesson plans on Indian classical dance forms like Bharathanatyam, Mohiniyattom, Kathak, Carnatic Vocal and Theater
- Choreograph and help execute performances as per the planned events
- Took attendance, graded assignments and maintained student records to assist teachers with administrative tasks and maintain smooth daily operations.
- Worked with dean to assess and evaluate courses and programs in appropriate discipline.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Revised course objectives, course materials, instructional and assessment strategies for blended performing arts courses.
- Performed research to serve as basis for academic writing for publication.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum revision, evaluation of course syllabi and lesson plans for the curriculum.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Collaborated with talent scouts to pursue leads and pitch potential representation.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
Cultural Coordinator & Educator
The International School of Thrissur
Thrissur
06.2019 - 05.2021
- Enhanced classroom operations by realigning procedures with changing trends
- Worked with cross functional departments, management and educators to manage class loads, promote resource utilization.
- Introduced theories of Indian acting and evolution in Indian classical dance forms
- Streamlined curriculum in dance, music and experiential learning in line with Indian classical and cultural theme with global standards
- Introduced Musicology theory of Carnatic music
- Conceptualized, choreographed and implemented media production for the institution in promoting performing arts
- Taught students on the fundamentals and aesthetics of dance, music and theatre
- Served as an advisor for extracurricular activities such as art clubs and camps.
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Vidyodaya School
Kochi
06.2018 - 03.2019
- As a dance instructor with CBSE curriculum, instructed students aged 6 to 18 and worked with the core team for the main events (Annual day etc) of the school
- Prepared and nurtured students for external competitions and achieved many prizes in inter school festivals and competitions.
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Delhi Public School
07.2013 - 12.2016
- Affiliated with the Delhi Public School Society (IGCSE/ ICSE)
- Choreographed the cultural and art performances for students for yearend recital
- Instructed Offline and Online the students of Grade 1 to Grade 12
- Instructed groups of up to 20 students, with particular focus on Indian Classical as well as Bollywood and semi classical dance forms
- Upheld all studio guidelines and legal requirements
Dance Instructor
Kalabharathi Foundation for Indian Culture & Heritage
07.2011 - 07.2012
- Taught Bharatanatyam and Mohiniyattam part-time for the students from Sree Krishna College, Guruvayoor and Vimala College, Instructed students about dance steps and movements, organized competitions and conducted periodic tests.
Education
Ph.D - Women's Studies
Alagappa University
Ph.D - Performing Arts
Selinus University Of Sciences And Literature
10.2020
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - undefined
KalaiKaviri College of Fine Arts
2013
Master of Arts (MA) - undefined
Kerala Kalamandalam
2009
Bachelor of Arts - Mohiniyattom and Theatre
Sree Sankaracharya University
Diploma - Carnatic Music
Tamil University
2019
Certificate Course on Dance Movement Therapy - undefined
Academy of Human Development
2016
Skills
- Dance Choreography, direction
- Mohiniyattom, Bharathanatyam, Kathak
- Classical vocal, Theatre art
- Organizational skills, project planning
- Bollywood, Zumba, Fusion
- Fine arts proficiency
- Curriculum planning, implementation
- Project planning, presentation
- Public speaking
- Teaching strategies
- Distance Learning Tools
Accomplishments
- Trained & mentored by Prof Kalamandalam Leelamma for Bharathanatyam, Mohiniyattom
- Five years training in Kathak under the guidance of guru Mukesh Joshi, who is a disciple of great Kathak Exponent Kumudini Lakhia
- Mrs India Global 2022 - VPR
- Dance drama, “Seethaayanam” at Guruvayoor temple in May 2012
- Mohiniyattom dance form, “Sopanamohini Varnam” at Kiralur Shiva Temple
- Filmography: Romeo (Malayalam - 2007) Thrill (Malayalam - 2008) Bodhi (Malayalam - 2010) Mathiya Chennai (Tamil - 2009) Sundharakalyanam (Malayalam - 2009) Aakasangalil (Malayalam - 2013) Garudaparvai (Tamil - 2011)
Affiliations
Scientific Committee Member of International Conference on Arts and Humanities 2023
https://fineartsconference.com/conference-chair-and-committee/
Member of International Dance Council UNESCO
Quote
You will recognize your own path when you come upon it because you will suddenly have all the energy and imagination you will ever need.
Sara Teasdale
Timeline
Assistant Professor
Parul University
06.2023 - Current
Cultural Coordinator & Educator
The International School of Thrissur
06.2019 - 05.2021
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Vidyodaya School
06.2018 - 03.2019
Dance Instructor/Choreographer
Delhi Public School
07.2013 - 12.2016
Dance Instructor
Kalabharathi Foundation for Indian Culture & Heritage
07.2011 - 07.2012
Ph.D - Women's Studies
Alagappa University
Ph.D - Performing Arts
Selinus University Of Sciences And Literature
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) - undefined
KalaiKaviri College of Fine Arts
Master of Arts (MA) - undefined
Kerala Kalamandalam
Bachelor of Arts - Mohiniyattom and Theatre
Sree Sankaracharya University
Diploma - Carnatic Music
Tamil University
Certificate Course on Dance Movement Therapy - undefined
Academy of Human Development
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