ARPITA GULATI
Summary
Innovative educator specializing in early childhood development, focused on creating engaging lesson plans and assessments aligned with Cambridge standards. Dedicated to fostering academic and emotional growth in an inclusive environment through inquiry-based and interactive methodologies, effectively preparing students for Cambridge examinations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Homeroom teacher for Grade 6
Olympiad International School
12.2025 - Current
- Planned and delivered lessons in English, Science, and Global Perspectives following the Cambridge curriculum.
- Designed engaging lesson plans, worksheets, assessments, and learning materials aligned with Cambridge Checkpoint standards.
- Applied Cambridge teaching strategies including active learning, differentiation, collaborative learning, critical thinking, reflection, formative assessment, and student-centred learning.
- Monitored student progress and provided targeted feedback to enhance readiness for Cambridge Checkpoint examinations.
- Supported academic, social, and emotional development of students, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment that encouraged participation.
- Managed classroom routines and student wellbeing, facilitating effective communication with parents to support student success.
- Guided students through inquiry-based and project-based learning on topics such as recycling, sustainability, migration, migrant workers, global citizenship, and social issues.
- Organized presentations, group discussions, research projects, and experiential learning activities to develop communication, problem-solving, and research skills.
Homeroom teacher for Grade 4
Olympiad International School
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Taught and guided Grade 4 students in various subjects, fostering academic curiosity and engagement.
- Encouraged student engagement through interactive and hands-on learning activities.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Supported students in developing essential life skills and critical thinking.
- Prepared detailed progress reports, tracking academic and personal development.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to enhance student learning experiences.
- Led extracurricular activities, promoting teamwork and personal development among students.
Teaching Nursery 2 and Kindergarten 1
Children's Vineyard Kindergarten
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Compiled and presented progress reports for Nursery 2 and Kindergarten 1, fostering communication with parents.
- Worked with Nursery 2 and Kindergarten 1 children.
- Coordinated school excursions and family day events, strengthening community involvement and student experiences.
- Created and distributed newsletters for two terms, enhancing engagement with families.
- Practiced concert performances for both the classes.
Internship
Chiltern House Preschool
08.2022 - 11.2022
- Executed lesson plans, receiving positive feedback from children regarding their learning experience.
- Managed the whole class for a couple of days and prepared the lesson plan aligned with the theme of the term.
- Facilitated learning activities for Kindergarten 2 children in a classroom setting.
- In the past, I assisted the teacher in daily routines and helped manage learning corner management and lesson planning.
Instructional Designer
Infosys Technologies
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed engaging e-learning modules using Articulate Storyline and Adobe Captivate.
- Designed, Implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive employee training courses to enhance learning outcomes.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Collaborated with instructors to prepare online materials and tools for global training facilitation.
- Created curricula, researched topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
- Provided job analysis in line with instructional design principles for successful mentoring.
Secondary School Teacher
Gita Convent School
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Created engaging lesson plans that promoted a culture of discovery and structured classroom environment for student success.
- Fostered positive classroom culture that promoted student engagement and supported learning development goals.
- Evaluated students' academic and social growth, kept appropriate records and prepared progress reports to gauge performance.
- Inspired academic success based on the belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Worked collaboratively with school administrators to implement intellectually challenging visual arts program that provided a provided creative a creative outlet for students.
- Used computers, audio-visual aids and other equipment to supplement presentations.
- Addressed academic integrity violations by implementing consequences for cheating, plagiarism, and other wrongdoing.
Research Assistant
Sharda University
08.2013 - 11.2014
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Care and Education- Teaching
Asian International College
Singapore11-2021
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
Banaras Hindu University
Varanasi, India06-2011
Bachelor's - Mass Communication
Guru Jambeshwar University
Haryana, India06-2009
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Progress report development
- Educational technology
- Educational technology
- Analytical organization
- Communication proficiency
- English language proficiency
- English language proficiency
Personal Information
Visa Status: LTVP holder, no sponsorship needed
Accomplishments
- Prepared Grade 4 students for a Global Perspectives project showcased in school on the theme 'Save the Earth.'
- Organized a UNICEF charity drive through a Grade 4–led garage sale, successfully raising approximately $2,000 for donation to UNICEF.
- Planned and delivered daily lessons that aligned with the Cambridge primary curriculum and supported concept-based understanding.
- Coordinated drama performance for the school Annual Function for two consecutive years.
- Secured distinction in most of the subjects in the diploma course for education.
- Awarded by the College for securing first position in Bachelor of Mass Communication.
- Awarded for being the overall topper in the Graduate Diploma course.
- Secured first position in all the semesters of MA in Journalism and Mass Communication.
- Awarded gold medal for being the overall topper in Masters, by Banaras Hindu University.
- Completed successful internships at the All-India Radio, Times of India, and Dmas advertisers, The Indian Express, Mid-Day and The Pioneer.
- Prepared research projects titled 'Media-A Friend or Foe', 'Relations Between India and China'.
Additional Information
Helped in field training and summer camps with the senior teachers., Participated in a workshop on online journalism in the Banaras Hindu University., Participated in a National Seminar-cum Film Festival organized by Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, BHU., Participated in the Village project held in Tarapur and Tikri villages of Varanasi district organized by Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, BHU., Participated in a workshop of Communication through Drama organized by Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, BHU., Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations., Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications., Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis., Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups., Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
Hobbies and Interests
- Passionate about traveling and exploring new places.
- Dedicated to continuous learning and setting new personal goals every year.
- Enjoy being around dogs and caring for animals.
- Love experiencing different cuisines and trying new foods.
Timeline
Homeroom teacher for Grade 6
Olympiad International School
12.2025 - Current
Homeroom teacher for Grade 4
Olympiad International School
12.2023 - 12.2025
Teaching Nursery 2 and Kindergarten 1
Children's Vineyard Kindergarten
07.2023 - 10.2023
Internship
Chiltern House Preschool
08.2022 - 11.2022
Instructional Designer
Infosys Technologies
05.2021 - 11.2022
Secondary School Teacher
Gita Convent School
01.2015 - 10.2015
Research Assistant
Sharda University
08.2013 - 11.2014
Post Graduate Diploma - Early Childhood Care and Education- Teaching
Asian International College
Master of Arts - Mass Communication
Banaras Hindu University
Bachelor's - Mass Communication
Guru Jambeshwar University