Dhana Bakyalakshmi Kasiraja
Coimbatore
Summary
Dynamic Primary Science Teacher with a proven track record at CS Academy, excelling in inquiry-based learning and differentiated instruction. Skilled in designing engaging assessments and fostering critical thinking among students. Committed to sustainability initiatives and collaborative planning, enhancing learner engagement and promoting meaningful scientific exploration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PRIMARY SCIENCE TEACHER
CS ACADEMY
KOVAIPUDUR
11.2024 - Current
- Plan and deliver engaging Primary Science lessons aligned with Cambridge learning objectives, using inquiry, observation, experimentation, discussion and real-world connections.
- Design differentiated learning experiences, worksheets, activities and assessment tasks to support varied learner needs and promote conceptual understanding.
- Develop Cambridge-style question papers and formative assessment opportunities that assess knowledge, scientific skills and understanding.
- Use practical investigations, models, demonstrations and collaborative tasks to make science concepts accessible and meaningful for young learners.
- Integrate life competencies such as critical thinking, curiosity, collaboration, communication, self-leadership and learning to learn into classroom practice.
- Contribute to the ISP Ideas for Action / Change Makers programme, including the Grade 4–5 project on electric mobility, sustainability and climate action.
- Coordinate student activities connected to SDGs 7, 11 and 13, including EV awareness, poster-making, fact cards, campaigns and community-oriented action.
- Collaborate with colleagues on learning design, question papers, classroom observations, best-practice sharing and student engagement strategies.
- Maintain reflective teaching practices and use learner responses, observations and assessment evidence to identify areas for support and improvement.
EDUCATOR
VELAMMAL GLOBAL SCHOOL
PUZHAL
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate learning experiences supporting cognitive, social, emotional and physical development.
- Created safe, stimulating and organised learning environments that encouraged exploration, creativity and curiosity.
- Identified diverse learner needs and adapted teaching methods or provided additional support where required.
- Communicated regularly with parents on learner progress, behaviour and developmental milestones.
- Observed and evaluated learner development, maintained records and used assessment information to identify areas for improvement.
- Worked collaboratively with educators, administrators and support staff to coordinate activities and share effective practices.
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
KIDZEE
AMBATTUR
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Implemented Montessori principles and materials to encourage independent learning, exploration and early concept development.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to support Montessori lessons, activities and classroom routines.
- Participated in continuous professional development to strengthen Montessori teaching practice.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
PIONEER MARINE ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.
12.2014 - 05.2015
Education
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MONTESSORI AND PRIMARY EDUCATION -
MJ Montessori Training Institute
ChennaiMASTER OF SCIENCE - FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT & DIETETICS
Barathidasan Government College for Women, Pondicherry University
PondicherryBACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HOME SCIENCE
Seethalakshmi Ramasamy College, Bharathidasan University
TrichySkills
- Cambridge Primary Science
- Inquiry-Based Learning
- Hands-on Experiments
- Lesson & Learning Design
- Differentiation
- Formative Assessment
- Question Paper & Worksheet Design
- Classroom Management
- Learner Engagement
- ISP / Change Makers
- Sustainability & SDGs
- Life Competencies
- Parent Communication & PTM
- Collaborative Planning
- Reflective Practice
Certification
- Pentemind Training, Pentemind, 01/01/23
- Montessori & Primary Education – Advanced Diploma, MJ Montessori Training Institute
Additional Information
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
Availability
Available for Primary Science / Primary teaching opportunities
References
Available upon request
Headline
Primary Science Teacher
Projects Highlights
- Cambridge Primary Science: Planning learning experiences around learning objectives, scientific enquiry skills, practical exploration and assessment of knowledge, skills and understanding.
- ISP Change Makers – Electric Mobility: Led student learning around electric vehicles, clean transport, environmental benefits and climate action; incorporated SDGs 7, 11 and 13 through student-led action.
- Hands-on Science Learning: Use experiments, models, sorting, testing, observation and practical activities to help learners discover and explain scientific concepts.
- Assessment & Question Paper Design: Create learner-friendly worksheets, formative checks and Cambridge-style questions with attention to conceptual understanding and scientific thinking.
- Life Competencies: Intentionally build critical thinking, curiosity, collaboration, communication, self-leadership and learning-to-learn skills into classroom experiences.
Timeline
PRIMARY SCIENCE TEACHER
CS ACADEMY
11.2024 - Current
EDUCATOR
VELAMMAL GLOBAL SCHOOL
11.2023 - 10.2024
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
KIDZEE
03.2021 - 10.2023
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
PIONEER MARINE ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.
12.2014 - 05.2015
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MONTESSORI AND PRIMARY EDUCATION -
MJ Montessori Training Institute
MASTER OF SCIENCE - FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT & DIETETICS
Barathidasan Government College for Women, Pondicherry University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - HOME SCIENCE
Seethalakshmi Ramasamy College, Bharathidasan University