Swati Pandey
New Delhi
Summary
A dynamic and innovative professional with a specialized focus on Early Childhood Education and Theatre, consistently developing creative solutions to complex educational challenges. Adept at content development, project management, and stakeholder engagement, with a proven record of designing and implementing impactful educational programs, training modules, and assessment tools. Passionate about fostering inclusive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist – Education and Engagement
Sesame Workshop India
11.2020 - Current
- Spearheaded the development of comprehensive educational content, ensuring alignment with pedagogical standards and cultural context
- Developed and customized training modules for varied audiences, significantly enhancing their capacity to implement educational strategies
- Led the creation of interactive content for parents, promoting active involvement in their children's development
- Collaborated seamlessly with program and creative teams, refining content to achieve the highest quality
- Managed and organized a comprehensive database of educational assets, ensuring easy access and knowledge sharing
- Delivered impactful training sessions for Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) and Master Trainers, empowering them with essential skills
- Led the development of early stimulation content for children aged 0-3 years, focusing on nurturing care and developmental milestones
- Developed nutritional content for pregnant and lactating women, ensuring culturally relevant and scientifically accurate information
- Created content on Menstrual Health and Hygiene, as well as Anemia prevention and management, aimed at empowering women with knowledge and resources
- Designed interactive and engaging content aimed at educating parents, facilitating better support for their children's development
- Played a pivotal role in developing a foundational literacy and numeracy (FLN) app for 3-7 year olds, driving the integration of NCF and NIPUN goals into a child-friendly digital environment
- Worked closely with tech and development teams to ensure the content’s feasibility and quality
- Designed a child-friendly user interface for an immersive experience featuring popular Sesame characters
- Designed dynamic and gamified assessments tailored for different age groups, contributing to self-paced learning at home through play-to-learn concepts
- Generated learning reports at both the child and classroom levels, aiding teachers in reinforcing classroom curriculum
- Led app testing and content QA processes, ensuring alignment with educational objectives and user needs
- Worked closely with the product manager on designing the assessment framework as per app environment and design
- Developed and delivered training modules for app usage, ensuring effective on-ground implementation
- Developed and managed the content map and framework based on educational goals for 4–8-year-olds
- Coordinated with tech and development teams to ensure content feasibility
- Collaborated with the business team on proposal development and with the finance team on budgeting and resource allocation
- Implemented strategic planning for program rollout and managed in-field team operations, including monitoring and evaluation to ensure program success.
Independent Theatre Artist
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Conducted innovative workshops on integrating theatre into early childhood education, enhancing engagement and learning
- Partnered with government schools and Anganwadi centers, embedding theatrical methods into their educational frameworks
- Adapted theatrical techniques for virtual learning environments, successfully leading online summer camps for schools and NGOs.
Assistant
Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED), Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD)
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Led curriculum development initiatives for 3-6 year olds, integrating cutting-edge research into practice
- Designed and delivered training modules for ECCE teachers, significantly improving instructional effectiveness
- Organized and facilitated national conferences and training workshops, driving forward best practices in early childhood education
- Assisted in comprehensive project documentation, ensuring clear communication and timely updates
- Conducted an impact assessment of the NEEV program for AHVAAN TRUST, providing critical insights into early childhood development
- Developed and applied assessment tools to measure children's school readiness and curriculum effectiveness.
Project Coordinator
Society for All Round Development (SARD)
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Led behavior change communication initiatives in WASH and Menstrual Hygiene Management (MHM) across MCD schools
- Successfully coordinated with government authorities to secure necessary approvals for smooth project execution
- Facilitated multi-stakeholder sessions, integrating WASH principles into school development plans
- Organized impactful awareness campaigns, engaging students and teachers through rallies and competitions
- Managed data collection, reporting, and budget preparation, ensuring meticulous project management.
Read to Kids Project Coordinator
Worldreader
03.2017 - 06.2017
- Coordinated storytelling sessions at schools and Anganwadi centers, emphasizing early childhood literacy
- Effectively managed data collection, report generation, and budgeting for workshops, ensuring smooth project delivery.
Education
Master of Arts in Early Childhood Development -
Jamia Millia Islamia
01.2017
Post-Graduation Diploma in Guidance and Counseling -
Jamia Millia Islamia
01.2017
B.Sc. Home Science (Food and Nutrition) -
Institute of Home Economics, Delhi University
01.2015
Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate Course -
Institute of Home Economics, Delhi University
01.2014
Skills
- Content Development
- Training & Development
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Curriculum Design
- Program Implementation
- Monitoring & Evaluation
Research
- Dissertation/Summer Internship, 2017, Conducted an exploratory study on the socio-emotional development of young child beggars.
- Internship, 08/2016, 09/2016, Conducted comprehensive studies on child development, providing practical insights into educational applications., Mushir Fatma School, Delhi
- Internship, 05/2016, 06/2016, Analyzed and addressed public grievances, and developed an intervention model for substance abuse among children., Government of NCT of Delhi
Timeline
Specialist – Education and Engagement
Sesame Workshop India
11.2020 - Current
Independent Theatre Artist
03.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant
Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED), Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD)
04.2018 - 03.2020
Project Coordinator
Society for All Round Development (SARD)
06.2017 - 08.2018
Read to Kids Project Coordinator
Worldreader
03.2017 - 06.2017
Master of Arts in Early Childhood Development -
Jamia Millia Islamia
Post-Graduation Diploma in Guidance and Counseling -
Jamia Millia Islamia
B.Sc. Home Science (Food and Nutrition) -
Institute of Home Economics, Delhi University
Early Childhood Care and Education Certificate Course -
Institute of Home Economics, Delhi University
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