PUNITA BAWA
MUMBAI
Summary
A highly experienced teacher specializing in early child education and well-versed in student assessments, lesson planning and children-centric development. I am passionate about maintaining a well-balanced learning environment that assists young minds to be able to grow and express themselves. Responsible and motivated to contribute towards academic success of the child as well as align with the values of the school.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
CASA MONTESSORI
MUMBAI
07.2001 - 02.2024
- Assisted in enhancing the curriculum of the school through a medium of worksheets and workbooks on a variety of topics.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children both indoors and outdoors.
- Introduced the concept of Grandparents Day in the School.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Preschool Teacher
J.B. PETIT HIGH SCHOOL
MUMBAI
06.1989 - 04.1993
- Contributed towards building children's confidence and vocabulary by encouraging them to recite stories and anecdotes of their choice.
- Developed and implemented classroom activities to enhance student learning and engagement.
- Encouraged students to think critically and ask questions in order to foster a deeper understanding of the material.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
- Assisted in organizing field trips so students could experience hands-on learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
Preschool Teacher
WALSINGHAM HOUSE SCHOOL
MUMBAI
06.1985 - 12.1987
- Began my teaching career from this school.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged student collaboration.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Initiated discussions with parents on their child's behavior and academic progress.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
ST. XAVIERS COLLEGE
MUMBAI05-1988
EARLY CHILD EDUCATION - Education
SOPHIA POLYTECHNIC
MUMBAI04-1985
Skills
- Effectively communicating with parents on the child's development and training them to work on it at home
- Teaching Certification With Early Childhood Education Endorsement
- Student Records Management
- Interactive Teaching And Learning
- Creative Lesson Planning and development
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
CASA MONTESSORI
07.2001 - 02.2024
Preschool Teacher
J.B. PETIT HIGH SCHOOL
06.1989 - 04.1993
Preschool Teacher
WALSINGHAM HOUSE SCHOOL
06.1985 - 12.1987
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
ST. XAVIERS COLLEGE
EARLY CHILD EDUCATION - Education
SOPHIA POLYTECHNIC
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