SUJA KARTHIK
Psychology Teacher And Counsellor
Bengaluru
Summary
A dedicated Psychology Teacher & School Counsellor with strong experience in ISC curriculum, student behaviour support, lesson planning, classroom management, and adolescent counselling. Skilled in implementing differentiated instruction, behaviour modification, and child-centric teaching aligned with NEP 2020. Experienced in conducting seminars for students (Pre-Primary to Grade 12) on relevant developmental and psychosocial topics.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
Languages
Work History
Psychology Teacher & Counsellor
Notre Dame Academy
Bengaluru
06.2020 - Current
- Teach Psychology to senior students following ISC curriculum, promoting conceptual clarity and analytical thinking.
- Provide counselling support, behavioural interventions, and emotional guidance to students across grade levels.
- Conduct seminars/workshops for Pre-Primary to Grade 12 on mental health, social skills, safety, motivation, and well-being.
- Implement behaviour modification plans, classroom routines, and differentiated learning strategies.
- Maintain counselling records, progress notes, and case documentation with confidentiality.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative teaching methods, resulting in increased student engagement and satisfaction.
- Contributed to campus-wide initiatives supporting mental health awareness, strengthening ties between the psychology department and other disciplines.
Teacher
Harvest International School
BENGALURU
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Created engaging lesson plans with active learning strategies.
- Worked collaboratively with teachers and parents to enhance student performance.
- Used formative assessments and feedback to monitor progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
Teacher
Mount Litera Zee School
Bengaluru
06.2014 - 01.2017
- Facilitated hands-on learning and integrated lessons for 150+ students annually aligned with school standards.
- Modified lessons for diverse learners using group work, peer learning, and scaffolding.
- Fostered curiosity through interactive activities and real-life examples.
Consumer Psychologist
ITC Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru
12.2012 - 09.2013
- Conducted behavioural observations, analysed consumer motives, and prepared research reports foe above 1000 consumers.
- Evaluated consumer decision-making patterns and presented findings to management.
Education
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) - Education
Chaudhary Charan Singh University
Meerut 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Psychology
Indian Institute of Psychology and Research
Bengaluru08.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology, English
Jyoti Nivas Autonomous College
Bengaluru04.2010
Pre-University - Psychology, History, Economics
Jyoti Nivas College
Bengaluru04.2007
10th Grade - SSLC
Christ School
Bengaluru 04.2001 -
Skills
Lesson planning (Bloom’s Taxonomy, Learning Styles)
Differentiated instruction & inclusive education
Behaviour management & positive reinforcement
Student counselling & case documentation
Career guidance & adolescence counselling
SEN support, accommodations, and IEP collaboration
Parent–teacher liaison & communication
Child protection awareness (POCSO)
ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
Conducted seminars for Pre-Primary to Grade 12 on topics such as emotional regulation, study skills, social skills, safety awareness, bullying prevention, motivation, and self-esteem.
Timeline
Psychology Teacher & Counsellor
Notre Dame Academy
06.2020 - Current
Teacher
Harvest International School
05.2017 - 04.2018
Teacher
Mount Litera Zee School
06.2014 - 01.2017
Consumer Psychologist
ITC Pvt. Ltd.
12.2012 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed) - Education
Chaudhary Charan Singh University
04.2001 -
10th Grade - SSLC
Christ School
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Psychology
Indian Institute of Psychology and Research
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology, English
Jyoti Nivas Autonomous College
Pre-University - Psychology, History, Economics
Jyoti Nivas College