Creative Teaching Ideas for Faculty,Classroom to Magicroom Concept for Teacher Mentor Sessions
Sharmila S
Associate Professor,Student Coach,Handwriting Coach,Storyteller
Erode
Summary
Dynamic educational professional dedicated to cultivating a genuine passion for learning among modern students, with an emphasis on physical, social, and emotional well-being. Possesses a robust background in academic instruction, curriculum development, and impactful workshops for both students and faculty. Recognized for creating engaging course content that fosters collaborative learning environments and drives student success through innovative teaching methods. Demonstrated expertise in faculty development programs (FDP) and student mentorship, consistently delivering comprehensive lectures and valuable workshops that enhance the overall educational experience.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Lecturer-AP-Associate Professor
M.P.Nachimuthu M.Jaganathan Engineering College
08.2008 - Current
- Developed and delivered comprehensive curriculum materials, enhancing student engagement and academic performance across multiple engineering disciplines.
- Mentored junior faculty members, fostering professional development, and promoting innovative teaching methodologies as guest speaker in various schools and the same carried out for studentsin various institutions.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to engage students in lectures and coursework.
- Initiated Reader"s Forum in collaboration with Makkal Sinthanai Peravai and showed consistent track records in the same
- Various Special Guest Roles,shown Best results,etc
Teacher
Erode Hindu Kalvi Nilayam Matriculation Higher Secondary School
06.2004 - 06.2008
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans, fostering student understanding and enthusiasm for diverse subjects.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Utilized innovative teaching methods and technology, enhancing student participation and improving overall learning outcomes.
- Mentored and guided students for senior level science Exhibition and got prizes..
- Assessed student progress through tailored evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting instruction accordingly.
- Developed engaging lesson plans that fostered critical thinking and enhanced student learning outcomes across various subjects.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Education
M.Phil - Physics
Bharadhidasan University, CDE
Trichy09.2006
M.Sc - Physics
Bharathiar University
Coimbatore04.2004
B.Sc - Physics
Sri Vasavi College
Erode04.2002
Higher Secondary - undefined
Govt. Higher Secondary School
Chittode03.1999
Secondary - undefined
Govt. Girls High School
Chittode04.1997
Skills
Faculty mentoring
Teaching methodologies
Subject expertise
Classroom management
Lecture development
Online class discussion
Student counseling
Public speaking
Online lectures
Group and individual instruction
Innovative instruction
Course development
Faculty communication
Academic writing
Curriculum creation
Online content delivery
Research and writing
Accomplishments
- Received rewards for creating great results in public exams
- Had 12+ years of teaching experience in handling Engineering Physics
- Guide the students & received second prize in district level “Nehru Memorial Science Exhibition” in the year 2006
- Guide the students to take part in various extracurricular activities and won prizes (inter-collegiate)
- Act as Coordinator of Makkal Sinthanai Pervai Student Branch of MPNMJEC
- Initiated Reader’s Forum Club among students by inculcating reading habits among them
Certification
Completed Certification in Montessori, Abacus, Vedic Maths, Phonics & Handwriting in 2025
Interests
Timeline
Certified Story Teller by Kathaikalam
12-2025
Completed Certification in Montessori, Abacus, Vedic Maths, Phonics & Handwriting in 2025
07-2025
Certified as Student Coach in 2023 (mid brain activation, right brain ,DMIT, psychometrics,...)
06-2024
Top 30 percentile of Global Teachers - Awarded in ITO 2023 Oct 7
10-2023
Completed “Certification in Child Psychology” in Sep 2023{Lifetime}
09-2023
Cleared State Level Eligibility Test for Lectureship {Lifetime }
02-2016
Lecturer-AP-Associate Professor
M.P.Nachimuthu M.Jaganathan Engineering College
08.2008 - Current
Teacher
Erode Hindu Kalvi Nilayam Matriculation Higher Secondary School
06.2004 - 06.2008
M.Sc - Physics
Bharathiar University
B.Sc - Physics
Sri Vasavi College
Higher Secondary - undefined
Govt. Higher Secondary School
Secondary - undefined
Govt. Girls High School
M.Phil - Physics
Bharadhidasan University, CDE
References
- Vidya Sironmani.Mrs.Vasantha Sudhanandhen, Correspondent, MPNMJEC, Chennimalai.
- Prof.P.Joseph,Hod/S&H,MPNMJ Engineering College,Chennimalai.
- S.K., Krishna, Professor, Department of Chemistry, CNC, Erode.
ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES
- Act as Resource Person twice (May 2023, 2024) for FDP in Nandha Central City School, Erode
- Act as Chief guests in CN College, Sri Vasavi College, Sri Kongu College of Polytechnic at various events….
- Participated in FDP organized by ISTE staff chapter held on 19th December 2014.
- Participated in FDP on “Pedagogy for individual & Institutional Growth” held on 8th Dec 2012.
- Took part in a programme “Mind without Fear “organized by the university. Industry collaboration Anna University, Chennai held on July 21st 2012.
- Participated in a National Seminar on Quantum Cryptography during Feb 14th and 15th 2011.
- Participated in Amrita’s Workshop on Virtual Labs in Physical and Chemical Sciences 2011.
- Participated in a workshop ”Value @Amrita’s workshop on virtual label in physical & Chemical science organized by Department of Physics & Chemistry conducted at Amrita School of Engineering sponsored by MHRD Government of India on 17th February 2011 at Chennimalai.
- Became a life member of the Indian society for Technical Education (ISTE) in 2011.
- Participated in Technical Teachers Quality Improvement Training [TTQI’09] during May 30th and 31st 2009.
- Attended Faculty Training Programme at Tejaa Shakthi Institute during Jan 21st and 22nd 2009.
- Attended Summer School programme at Indian Institute of Astrophysics Kodaikanal from June (2-21), 2003
- Participated in the “National Symposium on Instrument” Jointly organized by the Dept. of Physics Bharathiar University, Coimbatore & Instrument Society of India, IISC, Bangalore held during 27th-29th Nov 2002.
- Participated in the “17th National Symposium on Plasma Science & Technology” held during Dec 16-19, 2002.
- Participated in the “Workshop cum Seminar on Creative Writing, Poetry and Translational Skills” conducted by the department of English & Tamil under the UGC CO HSSIP on 10th & 11th Oct 2001.
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that all the above said details are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Date : 2026-02-01 Station: Erode
(S.Sharmila)
PERSONAL PROFILE
- Father’s Name P. Shanmugam (Late)
- Mother’s Name S.Thamayanthi
- Husband’s Name K.R.D Prakash
- Date of Birth 12.03.1982
- Sex Female
- Marital Status Married
- Nationality Indian
- Personal Achievement A Premium Personae in the Society ISO, Past President, Inner Wheel Club of Erode -Cosmos
Personal Achievements
- Mother of Two Little Ones
- Thecreativeteachercircle@insta
- Self Motivated Learner , Tech Savvy, Knowledgeable in Canva, Google work spaces…
- Educational Psychology (online course certification completed)
- School Counselling (online certification ongoing)
- certification in child psychology (completed-yet to receive certificate-Counsel India-online mode-exam pattern)
- Certification as Handwriting Coach/Expert (adults) is ongoing
Content Creation
Create unique / customised set of courses or programs that suits the need of the students