MALATHI SHANMUGAM
Summary
Professional educator with a strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum. Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IGCSE Teacher
Kindle Kids International School
07.2022 - Current
- Plan and implement integrated lessons to meet Cambridge IGCSE (Chemistry and Physics) and secondary instructional objectives.
- Implement creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
- Work cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Keep students on-task with proactive behaviour modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Observe and evaluate student performance, behaviour, and social development as a classroom and subject teacher
- Communicate with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies
- Grade and evaluate student assignments, papers, and coursework.
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences to discuss developments of students and increase support.
IGCSE & IB Chemistry Teacher
Math Vision Enrichment Centre
02.2017 - 08.2021
- Created and implemented lessons as a 1-1 teacher, based on student readiness, interests, and learning styles.
- The creative lessons not only helped students acquire core chemistry skills, but also promoted conceptual understanding, analytical skills, and self-confidence.
Secondary Chemistry Teacher
Global Indian International School
08.2012 - 01.2015
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse learners, resulting in improved comprehension and achievement.
- Increased student interest in chemistry by incorporating hands-on experiments and activities into lessons.
- Mentored students individually, guiding them towards academic success and personal growth.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that supported open communication and mutual respect among students.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
Subject Matter Expert in Chemistry
Everonn Educations Private Limited
04.2011 - 06.2012
- Optimized subject matter content by conducting extensive research and incorporating industry trends.
- Developed effective training materials for diverse audiences, resulting in improved skill sets and increased job satisfaction.
- Enhanced team performance by providing expert guidance on critical projects and strategic initiatives.
- Designed engaging storyboards for chemistry and assessment tools for various student groups across India.
- Initiated storyboards for Cambridge IGCSE and Edexcel AS and A Level
Edexcel AS & A Level Chemistry Teacher
British International School
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Designed effective lesson plans for Edexcel AS and A Level and provided a range of tailored instructional and assessment strategies to meet student needs
- Collaborated with colleagues across subject areas and grade levels
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences as needed and provided ongoing communication with parents.
Secondary Chemistry Teacher
Velammal International School
01.2010 - 09.2010
- Made recommendations as a teacher in a residential school to improve the Primary English Program
- Worked directly with students in grades 2-5 to guide the program
- Helped secondary students identify new interests and advance their own learning beyond the curriculum
- Developed and implemented portfolio for secondary students as a part of the residential school program.
Remedial Tutor for Specific Learning Difficulties
Alpha to Omega Learning Center
06.2008 - 12.2009
- Collaborated with teachers to develop tailored lesson plans for students with diverse learning needs such as ADHD, Autism and Down Syndrome.
- Increased student confidence and self-esteem through consistent encouragement and positive reinforcement.
- Implemented multi-sensory teaching techniques, resulting in improved focus and comprehension for students.
- Differentiated instruction for all students based on their interests.
- Participated in conferences, diploma courses, and many other Learning Center programs.
Education
Master of Education in Curriculum and Teaching -
National Institute of Education
05.2022
One Year Diploma in Teaching Specific Learning Difficulties -
Alpha To Omega Learning Center
05.2009
Master of Science in Applied Chemistry -
College of Engineering, Anna University
05.2008
Bachelor of Science Education -
Regional Institute of Education
05.2005
Skills
- Effective Communication Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Positive role model and mentor
- Critical Analysis Skills
- Time Management Expertise
- Curriculum Development Expertise and Implementation
- Technology integration
- Facilitating Student-Centered Learning
- Differentiated instruction
Affiliations
- Sunday School InCharge, Former Committee Member (Tamil), Kampong Kapor Methodist Church Singapore
Accomplishments
- Blue Ribbon Award, for encouraging creativity in students and organising the students for Sony Creative Science Awards 2023 competition.
- Head - Department of Chemistry, Everonn Educations Private Limited, Chennai India.
- Recognised as the most interactive lecturer through the V-SAT platform, Everonn Educations Private Limited, Chennai India.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Certification
- Extended Cambridge - IGCSE (0620) for the syllabus 2020-2021.
- Introductory Cambridge - AS and A level (9701) for the syllabus 2022-2024.
- Excellency in the academic results of CBSE Class 10 Science Examination 2014 awarded by Human Resource Development, Government of India.
- Excellency in the academic results of CBSE Class 10 Science Examination 2014 awarded by Global Indian International School, Singapore.
- Completion of Basic 1 and Level 1 Instrumental Enrichment Program developed by Prof. Reuven Feuerstein, International Centre for Enhancement of Learning Potential (ICELP), Israel.
- Participation in Fundamentals and Proficiency workshops to enhance Sentence Writing, Word Identification and Paraphrasing techniques among Specific Learning Difficulties (SLD), developed by the University of Kansas, Institute for Research in Learning Disabilities.
Reading and travelling. Planning, implementing and coordinating programs
Involving constantly in conducting vacation lessons to children of different age group. The curriculum is a concept-based and is developed with appropriate activities that enables the children to build on the big-idea behind the curriculum.
Reading, Writing and Travelling
I read non-fiction. My recent interest is in books that enhance my knowledge of religion.
Timeline
IGCSE Teacher
Kindle Kids International School
07.2022 - Current
IGCSE & IB Chemistry Teacher
Math Vision Enrichment Centre
02.2017 - 08.2021
Secondary Chemistry Teacher
Global Indian International School
08.2012 - 01.2015
Subject Matter Expert in Chemistry
Everonn Educations Private Limited
04.2011 - 06.2012
Edexcel AS & A Level Chemistry Teacher
British International School
10.2010 - 03.2011
Secondary Chemistry Teacher
Velammal International School
01.2010 - 09.2010
Remedial Tutor for Specific Learning Difficulties
Alpha to Omega Learning Center
06.2008 - 12.2009
One Year Diploma in Teaching Specific Learning Difficulties -
Alpha To Omega Learning Center
Master of Science in Applied Chemistry -
College of Engineering, Anna University
Bachelor of Science Education -
Regional Institute of Education
Master of Education in Curriculum and Teaching -
National Institute of Education
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