Vellachi Ram
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic educator with over 6 years of experience, including a pivotal role at KC High Prep-Prep. Expert in curriculum development and classroom management, I excel in designing engaging learning programs that enhance student outcomes. Proven ability to leverage educational technology to foster creativity and critical thinking in young learners.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Lakshmi Learning Center
01.2022 - Current
- Curated individual and small-group learning programs for students aged 3.5 to 8 in phonics, foundation literacy & numeracy, creative writing, and handwriting, enhancing foundational skills.
- Designed leveled workbooks that address specific developmental milestones:
- Level 1 (Pre-primary/Grade 1): Targeted pre-literacy, pre-numeracy, cognitive, and social skills through tracing and identifying colors, shapes, and numbers.
- Level 2 (Grade 1/2): Focuses on recognizing letters, sounds, decoding, and fundamental mathematical operations (addition/subtraction).
- Level 3 (Grade 2/3): Focuses on reading comprehension, independent writing, fluency, and complex numeracy.
Pre-Primary Teacher
KC High Prep-Prep
Chennai
06.2019 - 04.2020
- Accumulated over 6 years of hands-on experience as a Pre-Primary Teacher, fostering early childhood development and learning.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Created a nurturing classroom environment promoting creativity and exploration.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to support student learning.
Primary Art Teacher
Shrine Vailankanni Global School
Chennai
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked as Primary Art Teacher at Shrine Vailankanni Global School, T.Nagar, Chennai during 2018-2019.
- Created engaging lesson plans to inspire creativity and artistic expression in students.
- Led inclusive art workshops tailored for diverse age groups and skill levels, increasing student participation.
- Organized student art exhibitions to showcase creativity and achievements, strengthening community connections.
Pre-Primary Teacher
01.2012 - 01.2017
- 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Kindergarten Teacher
- Showcased significant achievements to enhance classroom learning and engagement
- Assessed children's progress to tailor instruction and support individual development
- Formulated lesson plans
- Ensured safe and healthy learning environment to foster student well-being and growth
- Interacted with the children regularly and conducted informal assessments
- Assisted Lead Teacher in curriculum planning for classroom
- Analyzed classroom outcome reports
- Communicated with parents
- Initiated field trips at the preschool level with parental consent to enhance and facilitate learning process
Education
Bachelors Degree - Visual Communication
Patrician College of Arts And Science
Chennai01-2008
M.A - Child Care and Education
Alagappa University
KaraikudiHSSLC -
M.CT.M CHIDAMBARAM CHETTIYAR Matriculation Higher Secondary School
ChennaiSSLC -
A.M.M Matriculation Higher Secondary School
ChennaiSkills
- Curriculum development
- Learning program design
- Assessment strategies
- Educational technology
- Classroom management
- Resource allocation
Leadership Experience
Founder, LLC (Lakshmi Learning Center), After-school Phonics Programme, 01/01/22, Present, Curate individual and small-group learning programs for the students aged 3.5 to 8 across areas such as Phonics, Foundation Literacy & Numeracy, Creative Writing and Handwriting., Designing Workbooks on level based: Level 1 (Pre-primary/Grade 1): Focuses on pre-literacy, pre-numeracy, cognitive, and social skills. Activities include tracing, identifying colors, shapes, and numbers., Level 2 (Grade 1/2): Focuses on recognizing letters, sounds, decoding, and fundamental mathematical operations (addition/subtraction)., Level 3 (Grade 2/3): Focuses on reading comprehension, independent writing, fluency, and complex numeracy.
Timeline
Founder
Lakshmi Learning Center
01.2022 - Current
Pre-Primary Teacher
KC High Prep-Prep
06.2019 - 04.2020
Primary Art Teacher
Shrine Vailankanni Global School
01.2018 - 01.2019
Pre-Primary Teacher
01.2012 - 01.2017
Bachelors Degree - Visual Communication
Patrician College of Arts And Science
M.A - Child Care and Education
Alagappa University
HSSLC -
M.CT.M CHIDAMBARAM CHETTIYAR Matriculation Higher Secondary School
SSLC -
A.M.M Matriculation Higher Secondary School