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Education
Skills
Certification
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Sonal Narang

Educationist Vice Principal
Ahmedabad
Sonal Narang

Summary

I believe schools thrive when learning is joyful, relationships are authentic, and teachers feel empowered to innovate. My vision is to nurture inclusive, high-performing learning communities where academic excellence and emotional well-being go hand in hand. With a global perspective and a deep commitment to Indian educational values, I aim to inspire both students and educators to discover their fullest potential.

A Purpose-driven school leader with two decades of experience shaping joyful, reflective, and high-performing learning environments. As Vice Principal since 2015, I have guided teachers, students, and parents through growth, change, and creativity — always keeping relationships at the heart of education. As one of the founding faculty members of my current institution, I have nurtured its academic and cultural identity through curriculum innovation, teacher mentoring, and holistic student development. Results-driven School Leader with more than 20 years pf experience. Honed expertise in financial and resource management and administration. Familiar with local, state and federal standards and regulations related to academic performance, assessment programs and educational practices. Experienced leading faculty and staff of large elementary and middle schools. Results-driven School leader with 20 years of work experience ,honed expertise in financial and resource management and administration. Familiar with local, state and federal standards and regulations related to academic performance, assessment programs and educational practices. Experienced leading faculty and staff of large elementary and middle schools.

Overview

28
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
2
Languages

Work History

Anand Niketan Satellite Campus
Ahmedabad

Vice Principal
01.2015 - Current

Job overview

  • Lead academic and operational strategy for over 120 teachers and 1,000+ students from Pre-Primary to Middle School.
  • Spearheaded the integration of project-based and experiential learning aligned with NEP 2020 and Cambridge frameworks.
  • Designed and delivered 10+ teacher training modules in Phonics, Classroom Management, Time Management, and Design Thinking.
  • Established over 12 vocational and creative clubs such as Carpentry, Pottery, Theatre, Photography, and Robotics to promote life skills and innovation.
  • Introduced structured mentoring and emotional well-being programmes that enhanced teacher engagement and retention.
  • Supervised student guidance initiatives and co-curricular programmes fostering empathy, leadership, and confidence.
  • Developed and implemented innovative curricula, enhancing student engagement and academic performance across all grade levels.
  • Led professional development workshops for faculty, fostering collaboration and improving instructional practices school-wide.

Anand Niketan Satellite Campus
Ahmedabad

Academic Coordinator
01.2006 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Led academic planning, timetabling, and assessment systems across multiple grades for consistency and quality assurance.
  • Developed curriculum frameworks fostering inquiry, reflection, and interdisciplinary learning.
  • Launched parent engagement workshops and student-led conferences, strengthening the home–school partnership.
  • Coordinated academic programs and schedules, enhancing student engagement and streamlining curriculum delivery across departments.
  • Developed and implemented training sessions for faculty, resulting in improved instructional strategies and student outcomes.
  • Oversaw the integration of technology in classrooms, facilitating a more interactive learning environment for students and educators.

Anand Niketan Satellite Campus
Ahmedabad

Teacher
01.2005 - 01.2006

Job overview

  • Introduced creative teaching methods combining storytelling, performance, and cross-subject integration.
  • Recognised for creating inclusive classroom environments promoting curiosity and participation.
  • Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans, enhancing student engagement and promoting active learning environments.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design and assess comprehensive evaluation methods, ensuring alignment with educational standards.
  • Mentored junior educators, providing guidance and support to improve instructional techniques and classroom management.

EuroKids
Ahmedabad

Teacher-Leader
01.2004 - 01.2005

Job overview

  • Designed interdisciplinary curricula integrating art, science, and technology to enhance concept-based learning.
  • Mentored teaching teams to build collaborative, innovative school cultures.
  • Developed and implemented innovative curriculum strategies to enhance student engagement and academic performance across diverse classrooms.
  • Led professional development workshops for educators, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices to improve teaching methodologies.
  • Established and monitored assessment frameworks to evaluate student progress, ensuring alignment with educational standards and objectives.

Kidzee
Nagpur

Teacher
01.2003 - 01.2004

Job overview

  • Developed play-based, inquiry-driven learning modules nurturing curiosity, confidence, and empathy in early learners.
  • Integrated literacy, numeracy, art, and environmental awareness through experiential methods.
  • Developed and implemented innovative lesson plans, enhancing student engagement and promoting active learning environments.
  • Mentored junior educators, providing guidance and support to improve instructional techniques and classroom management.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to design and assess comprehensive evaluation methods, ensuring alignment with educational standards.

Pushpawati Singhania Institute of Renal, Liver and Digestive Diseases
New Delhi

Clinical Nutritionist
01.1998 - 01.2000

Job overview

  • Provided evidence-based nutrition therapy and personalised dietary counselling for patients with metabolic and cardiovascular conditions.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to promote long-term healthy lifestyle practices.
  • Developed and implemented personalized nutrition plans for patients, enhancing their recovery and overall health outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive nutritional assessments, identifying deficiencies and providing tailored interventions to optimize patient health.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to integrate nutrition strategies into patient care, improving adherence to dietary recommendations.

Education

Delhi University
New Delhi, India

Post Graduate Diploma from Dietetics
04.1997

B R Ambedkar College
Ahmedabad, India

B. Ed from Education Administration
04.2001

Riverside Learning Centre
Ahmedabad, India

Leadership Training Programme from Leadership
10.2023

Delhi University
New Delhi, India

B.Sc. from Food and Nutrition
06.1996

Skills

Educational Leadership – Strategic planning, operations, team building, stakeholder communication, school improvement

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Certification

Certified Trainer – Phonics and Early Literacy

Timeline

Vice Principal

Anand Niketan Satellite Campus
01.2015 - Current

Academic Coordinator

Anand Niketan Satellite Campus
01.2006 - 01.2015

Teacher

Anand Niketan Satellite Campus
01.2005 - 01.2006

Teacher-Leader

EuroKids
01.2004 - 01.2005

Teacher

Kidzee
01.2003 - 01.2004

B R Ambedkar College

B. Ed from Education Administration
04.2001

Clinical Nutritionist

Pushpawati Singhania Institute of Renal, Liver and Digestive Diseases
01.1998 - 01.2000

Delhi University

Post Graduate Diploma from Dietetics

Riverside Learning Centre

Leadership Training Programme from Leadership

Delhi University

B.Sc. from Food and Nutrition
Sonal NarangEducationist Vice Principal