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SIDDHARTHA PANDEY
Zoology Faculty for NEET
Delhi NCR
Summary
A Visionary Zoology Professor and Head of Department with a relentless commitment to revolutionizing education through innovative teaching methodologies and transformative leadership. Passionate about empowering students to thrive academically and personally, fostering a culture of psychological safety, and inspiring them to become change-makers in the world. As a collaborative and forward-thinking leader, I drive interdisciplinary initiatives and institutional excellence, committed to shaping an education ecosystem that is inclusive, impactful, and future-ready.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Subject Head (Zoology) & Sr. Faculty
Extramarks
09.2021 - Current
- Creating All India Test series for NEET & teaching full Zoology syllabus
- Creating study modules (complete theory, exercise questions with detailed answers and blooms taxonomy tagging)
- Creation, curation, validation & corrections of Question Bank (repository)
- Taking Demo-sessions & classes for School Integrated Programmes
- Taking crash courses for NEET
- Mentoring and Training fresher faculties
- Designing Projects for Personalised Learning Outcomes of students
- Creating, Improvising and Auditing presentations for live sessions
- Creating Mind-Maps for each chapter in Zoology NEET syllabus
- Coordinating with EDP and InDesign team for their corrections and finalisation
- Offline visit to schools across India for School integrated programmes
- Interviewing candidates for Zoology faculty positions
Faculty Zoology
Self Employed
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided personalized academic support to students through regular office hours, leading to increased success rates in difficult course material.
- Enhanced course curriculum by collaborating with colleagues to develop relevant and up-to-date content, resulting in increased Student-Satisfaction (SSAT) score.
- Maintained a high level of academic rigor within the classroom by consistently updating lectures with current research findings and industry advancements.
Faculty Zoology
Vidyamandir Classes
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Strengthened relationships between the Zoology Department and local conservation organizations through guest lectures and collaborative events, benefiting both parties involved.
- Increased student participation in class discussions by creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment that encouraged diverse perspectives and ideas.
Faculty Zoology
Self Employed
05.2017 - 04.2018
Faculty Biology
Meritnation.com
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Consistently had the best feedback score from students in biology department
Faculty Biology
Aakash Institute
01.2014 - 09.2016
- Enriching experience as a faculty and received appreciations from both - students and the Director
Tech Support Associate
Dell International Services
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Got the certificate for the Best Trainee Award
Application Specialist
Wheaton Science Products
09.2011 - 01.2012
- Automated System platform applications - more inclined towards the IT industry
- Not very happy with my job, as I always wanted to enter the education sector - that was my inner calling
Education
Delhi Public School (DPS)
Bokaro Steel City 04.1990 - 01.2004
B.E. - Biotechnology
Siddaganga Institute of Technology
01.2007 - 01.2011
Jr. Research Fellow - Neurosciences
IISc - Centre For Neurosciences
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Deep Knowledge of Zoology (SME)
Research Proficiency - ability to mentor graduate students
Innovative Teaching Methods
Evaluation & Curriculum Development
Strategic Planning & Team Leadership
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Alumni & Stakeholder Relations
Commitment to Conservation - leading by example
Empathy, Inclusivity, and Diversity
Exceptional Public-Speaking Skills
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/05/87
- Nationality: INDIAN
Awards
- Presented a research paper on 'Studying the effect of molecular crowding condition on stability of DNA duplex and comparing it with dilute conditions using Biophysical and Biochemical approach'
- Presented a research paper on 'Molecular mechanisms of depression'
- Second position in biotechnology quiz named 'EXQUIZZIT' during my M. Tech.
- Best student in cultural activities - B. Tech, Biotechnology
- Best Trainee Award at Dell Services
- Second best project in B.E. Biotechnology (funded by Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore)
- Most Disciplined Student- 12th Grade
- Student Scholar in school (Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City)
- House Captain in school (Delhi Public School, Bokaro Steel City)
- Best Hindustani Classical singer- 5th Grade
Additional Trainings
- Trained for 3 months in the Department of Neurosurgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, 2013
- Trained for 6 months in the Department of Biotechnology, Amity University, 2014
Interests
Reading Self-Help Books
Timeline
Subject Head (Zoology) & Sr. Faculty
Extramarks
09.2021 - Current
Faculty Zoology
Self Employed
09.2019 - 08.2021
Faculty Zoology
Vidyamandir Classes
08.2018 - 08.2019
Faculty Zoology
Self Employed
05.2017 - 04.2018
Faculty Biology
Meritnation.com
10.2016 - 04.2017
Faculty Biology
Aakash Institute
01.2014 - 09.2016
Tech Support Associate
Dell International Services
01.2012 - 08.2012
Application Specialist
Wheaton Science Products
09.2011 - 01.2012
B.E. - Biotechnology
Siddaganga Institute of Technology
01.2007 - 01.2011
Jr. Research Fellow - Neurosciences
IISc - Centre For Neurosciences
04.2001 -
Delhi Public School (DPS)
04.1990 - 01.2004