Ruchita Goradia
Mumbai
Summary
Energetic Homeroom Teacher with knack for creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Strong background in developing tailored lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles. Proven ability to foster positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to nurturing supportive and collaborative educational experience. Energetic Homeroom Teacher with background in creating engaging and inclusive classroom environments. Developed tailored lesson plans that cater to diverse learning styles, fostering positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to nurturing a supportive and collaborative educational experience.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeroom Teacher
Oberoi International School
Mumbai
07.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom administration tasks, including attendance records, grading, and preparing report cards.
- Organised materials and spaces to support student learning and engagement for optimum learning.
- Coordinated with colleagues to plan and execute transdisciplinary projects, enriching the curriculum with diverse perspectives.
- Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning activities and discussions and implemented innovative lesson plans that accommodated multiple intelligences and learning styles, enhancing pupil engagement.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay current with educational research and pedagogical strategies.
- Organised field trips and educational visits that complemented classroom learning, providing real-world connections.
Learning Support Educator
Oberoi International School
Mumbai
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Provided emotional and behavioural support, fostering a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
- Facilitated diverse accommodations to support student needs effectively.
- Modified curriculum for students with significant learning challenges.
- Facilitated small group sessions focusing on literacy and numeracy skills enhancement.
- Supervised students' activities and offered constructive feedback and guidance, helping learners improve practical skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate special educational strategies into mainstream lessons.
- Conducted workshops for staff on inclusion techniques and differentiation strategies.
Special Educator
Jamnabai Narsee International School
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Delivered in-class support to students to enhance their learning experience.
- Organized circle time activities to support students' social and emotional well-being.
- Launched science-focused after school classes highlighting cause and effect.
- Utilized specific reinforcement methods to boost student engagement.
- Organized foyer events and school activities.
- Maintained positive and strong relationships with SEN students and families to improve individualised support methods.
Founder
Learning Planet (Kids Learning Academy)
12.2012 - 05.2016
- Instrumental in laying the groundwork for the start-up.
- Focused on early childhood education for children aged 2 to 8 years.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum for Language, Math, and General Knowledge.
- Managed strategic initiatives in marketing, advertising, and business development.
- Facilitated the planning and execution of diverse events. and oversaw academic activities for more than 100 students.
- Launched 'Bubbleopia' division specializing in event planning for birthday parties and baby showers.
- Coordinated and managed 15 diverse events, including seasonal camps and specialized workshops.
Training and Human Resource Development
Raatronics - A Complete Resistor Solution
08.2007 - 01.2012
- Managed payroll processes and ensured statutory compliance for workers.
- Contributed to the management of purchase orders and invoicing.
- Delivered engaging workshops to boost motivation among employees and factory personnel.
- Organizing events for the staff to uplift their morale.
Resource Room Teacher
Vibgyor High
01.2006 - 11.2006
- Conducted remediation sessions in language and math for students from Grade 2 to 7.
- Facilitated learning for students with high support needs, including ADD and ADHD.
- Introduced inclusion concept through in-class support proposals.
- Maintained positive and strong relationships with SEN students and families to improve individualised support methods.
- Developed individualised education programmes IEPs for students with diverse learning needs to enhance educational outcomes.
NIOS Teacher
Nalanda Institute
06.2004 - 12.2005
- Facilitated learning of NIOS curriculum for grades V to XII across Psychology, Home Science, Social Studies, and Science.
- Executed assessments aligned with curriculum standards.
- Conducted remediation classes focusing on language and math skills.
- Administrating exams, classes and extra-curricular activities.
- Created lesson plans in accordance with national curriculum and school-wide curriculum standards.
Assistant
Gumnut Crèche
12.2002 - 11.2003
- Monitored infants and toddlers.
- Completed work to agreed standards and specifications.
- Assisted children with basic tasks, including feeding and washing, while encouraging independence.
- Planned unique, engaging messy play activities to encourage children's sensory development.
Intern
Fisher Road School
09.2003 - 09.2003
- Executed School Wise Program to enhance inclusion.
Intern
Ashfield School Wise program
04.2003 - 04.2003
- Assisted Students with High Support Needs.
Intern
Macquarie University Special Education Centre
09.2002 - 09.2002
- Applied Literacy Program MUSEC framework to design targeted interventions.
Intern
Mona Remedial Centre
Wadala
05.2002 - 05.2002
- Conducted Summer Camp
Intern
Drishti Remedial Centre
Andheri
08.2001 - 09.2001
- One on one Remediation for language.
Education
Masters of Special Education
Macquarie University
Australia2003
Bachelors in Developmental Counselling
SVT College - Autonomous
Mumbai2002
Skills
- Differentiation strategies
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Effective communication
- Critical thinker
- Child protection and safeguarding
Certification
- Making PYP Happen (Cat 1) - 2016
- Understanding Learning Disability by Judy Hornigold - 2019
- Learning Diversity and Inclusion (Cat 3) - 2019
- Differentiated Instruction - An online workshop by Carol Tomlinson - 2021
- Lit Life Reading Workshop by Vincent Ventura - 2022
- Integration of Technology into Learning by Lance King - 2023
Professional Development Workshop conducted
- Glimpse on Brain Gym - 2009
- Understanding Exceptionalities: A Hands on Workshop for teachers to understand Learning Disabilities. - 2002
- Orientation on Learning Disability - 2002
Timeline
Homeroom Teacher
Oberoi International School
07.2023 - Current
Learning Support Educator
Oberoi International School
04.2019 - 07.2023
Special Educator
Jamnabai Narsee International School
07.2016 - 07.2017
Founder
Learning Planet (Kids Learning Academy)
12.2012 - 05.2016
Training and Human Resource Development
Raatronics - A Complete Resistor Solution
08.2007 - 01.2012
Resource Room Teacher
Vibgyor High
01.2006 - 11.2006
NIOS Teacher
Nalanda Institute
06.2004 - 12.2005
Intern
Fisher Road School
09.2003 - 09.2003
Intern
Ashfield School Wise program
04.2003 - 04.2003
Assistant
Gumnut Crèche
12.2002 - 11.2003
Intern
Macquarie University Special Education Centre
09.2002 - 09.2002
Intern
Mona Remedial Centre
05.2002 - 05.2002
Intern
Drishti Remedial Centre
08.2001 - 09.2001
Masters of Special Education
Macquarie University
Bachelors in Developmental Counselling
SVT College - Autonomous