Ritika Yadav
Special Educator
Mumbai
Summary
Learner-focused RCI-registered Special Educator supporting diverse learning needs through individualized planning, collaborative practices, and responsive teaching. Committed to nurturing a culture of belonging where every learner can thrive.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Special Educator – Secondary Section
Diamond Jubilee High School
06.2024 - Current
- Supported a caseload of 70+ students with diverse learning needs, ensuring access, participation, and measurable academic progress.
- Delivered targeted small-group and 1:1 interventions (Grades 6–10) in literacy, written expression, comprehension, study skills, and exam readiness.
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans based on comprehensive assessments and ongoing progress monitoring.
- Led the examination access arrangements process, securing accommodations through documentation, external assessments, applications, and training of student support personnel.
- Partnered with subject teachers and coordinators to embed differentiated strategies in inclusive classrooms.
- Conducted goal-focused parent conferences, strengthening home–school support for learner success.
- Maintained systematic learning documentation and progress reports, contributing to whole-school inclusive practices.
Special Educator
Aditya Birla Integrated School
11.2020 - 01.2024
- Delivered early and global intervention programmes (Group 1–5; Early Intervention 1 & 2) to support developmental and learning goals.
- Taught EVS, Mathematics, Language, Computers, and Life Skills using differentiated and multi-sensory approaches.
- Designed and implemented individualized learning plans (IEPs) based on each learner’s strengths, needs, and progress data.
- Adapted worksheets and developed leveled, accessible teaching–learning materials to ensure participation and independence.
- Implemented structured behaviour support, including visual schedules, social stories, and positive reinforcement systems.
- Tracked and evaluated student progress through ongoing observation, assessment, and documentation.
- Partnered with parents through IEP meetings and home-strategy guidance (including use of AAC tools such as Avaz).
- Contributed to multidisciplinary team meetings to plan holistic student support.
- Prepared students for inclusive school events and facilitated participation through appropriate accommodations.
- Delivered foundational literacy through Jolly Phonics to support early reading development.
Special Educator
S.P.J. Sadhana School
06.2017 - 05.2020
- Taught EVS, G.K., Mathematics, English, and Computers in Pre-Vocational Levels 2 & 3 using differentiated and multi-sensory approaches.
- Planned and delivered inclusive lessons for learners with diverse needs (LD, ASD, ADHD, CP, Down syndrome, and intellectual disabilities).
- Developed life-skills and social-communication competencies, including personal management, empathy, and functional communication.
- Facilitated pre-vocational learning (hospitality & catering, office procedures, visual arts & crafts, and work-readiness skills) to promote independence.
- Designed lesson plans and adapted assessments (MCQs, structured and open-ended tasks) aligned to learner profiles.
- Implemented and monitored individual behaviour support plans and progress tracking tools.
- Enabled student participation in school events and exhibitions through appropriate accommodations and structured support.
Education
B.A. - Politics
University of Mumbai
Mumbai08-2017
B.Ed. - Special Education (Intellectual Disability)
SNDT Women’s University
Mumbai06-2017
D.Ed. - Special Education (Intellectual Disability)
Sir Kikabhai Premchand’s Mind’s College of Special Education
Mumbai07-2012
H.S.C. -
St. Xavier’s College
Mumbai02-2010
S.S.C. -
J.B. Vachha High School
Mumbai03-2008
Skills
IEP development and implementation & exam access accommodations
Differentiated instruction & targeted study-skills intervention
Behavioural, social & emotional support
Student case documentation, progress monitoring & reporting
Classroom observation & learning support implementation
Parent counselling & collaborative partnerships
Multidisciplinary coordination (teachers, shadow staff, external specialists)
Digital learning platforms: Google Classroom, Drive & online IEP systems
Documentation & data management: MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Certification
Techniques of Training of Occupational Crafts to those who are Mentally Retarded – Sir Kikabhai Premchand’s Mind’s College of Special Education, 2012
Courses
- Remedial and Inclusive Education – Prafulta, September 2024
- Counseling and Therapy in School – Prafulta, June 2024
Field Work
- Internship at Witty International School (inclusive setup) – part of B.Ed. field work
- Internship with Occupational Therapist, Speech Therapist and Autism centre at Jai Vakeel School – part of D.Ed. field work
Rewards and Recognition
- For promising teacher of the year _2024-25)
- For being a team player, a role model and inspiration to peers
- To explain visual schedules and the Avaz applications for parents – December 2021
Workshops
- Behaviour Management in Home & Classroom – Jai Vakeel Foundation, Mumbai (2019)
- Accessible Technology for Inclusion – St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai (2017)
- Smart Education – National Conference, SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai (2016)
- Learning & Development Modules: Perception, Movement, Communication, Mind Mapping – SPJ Sadhana School
- Mathematics Instruction – Let’s Talk Math by Tamar Apel
- Managing Challenging Behaviour – Aditya Birla Integrated School
- Linguistic Development in Early Childhood – Aditya Birla Integrated School
- Occupational Therapy Perspective in Academics – Aditya Birla Integrated School
- Collaborative Practices for Academic Planning – Aditya Birla Integrated School
- Importance of Posture in Learning – Aditya Birla Integrated School
- Youth Mental Health First Aid & Basic Fire Safety – Aditya Birla Integrated School
WORKSHOP CONDUCTED
- AEGIS 1: Reading and Comprehension Workshop for parents (Secondary Section)
- AEGIS 2: Writing and Creative Writing Workshop for parents (Secondary Section)
- De-stressing Workshop for parents (Grades 3–10)
- LD – Identification and Strategies Workshop for teachers
- Retro Team Ties Workshop for teachers
- Planned and executed activities during Mental Health Week
- Annual Teaching Program – Classroom Management Workshop for Pre-Primary
Reference
- Ms Charmy Adhia - Diffrentiated Learning Program Coordinator at Aditya Birla Integrated School Contact – Email Address – charmy.adhia@abet.co.in , Number – 9821970906
- Ms. Talia D'Souza- Inclusive Educator (PYP), Oberoi International School- Email Address- talia.dsouza@gmail.com, Number- 9920031281
Timeline
Special Educator – Secondary Section
Diamond Jubilee High School
06.2024 - Current
Special Educator
Aditya Birla Integrated School
11.2020 - 01.2024
Special Educator
S.P.J. Sadhana School
06.2017 - 05.2020
B.A. - Politics
University of Mumbai
B.Ed. - Special Education (Intellectual Disability)
SNDT Women’s University
D.Ed. - Special Education (Intellectual Disability)
Sir Kikabhai Premchand’s Mind’s College of Special Education
H.S.C. -
St. Xavier’s College
S.S.C. -
J.B. Vachha High School