About Me
I am Sunanda Khastagir, a passionate Biology Educator with a mission to instill a love for biology and foster excellence in education. With three enriching years of experience as a Biology Teacher at Hind Motors High School in Kolkata, I have honed my skills in curriculum development, classroom management, and student mentorship. Currently, I am pursuing the Post Graduate Diploma in International Education (PGDIE) with a focus on the International Baccalaureate Organization's (IBO) IBEC certification at Christ University, further enhancing my expertise in international education.
Professional Experience
- Biology Teacher | Hind Motors High School, Kolkata | Sep 2013 to Sep 2016
- Designed engaging lesson plans and conducted practical experiments for high school students.
- Mentored students, nurturing critical thinking skills and a passion for scientific inquiry.
- Contributed to academic and personal development, achieving notable results in biology examinations.
- Intern | Candor International School, Electronic City, Bengaluru
- Specialized in biology and environmental science teaching for IBO’s PYP, MYP & DP curricula.
- Planned and delivered lessons within the IGCSE and IBO curricula for Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) students, gaining practical experience in international education.
Education
- B.Sc in Life Science, Benaras Hindu University
- M.Sc in Life Science, Benaras Hindu University
- B.Ed in Education, Benaras Hindu University
- PGDIE (Pursuing) - Christ University
Certifications
- IBO's IBEC Certification (In progress), Christ University
- GATE Exam: Successfully passed
- CTET Exam: Qualified
- Google Certified Educator Level 1 & 2
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers by Macquarie University & IBM
Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Classroom Management
- Student Mentorship
- International Education
- Pedagogical Techniques
- Scientific Research
Achievements
- Recognized for outstanding contributions to student achievement at Hind Motors High School.
- Successfully qualified for the GATE and CTET exams, demonstrating a commitment to academic excellence.
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