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Rachna Johar

Rachna Johar

Sunter

Summary

Experienced educator with a strong ability to build relationships within the school and community. Creates inclusive learning environments that promote student growth. Implements innovative teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs and drive academic success. Committed to professional development and staying current on educational trends and best practices.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

PYP Coordinator

Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School
07.2004 - Current
  • Company Overview: An IB Continuum School
  • Successfully leading the team through the IB PYP authorization process, culminating in the school's IB PYP authorization in 2005
  • Subsequently led the PYP team through four successful five-year IB PYP evaluation cycles, ensuring sustained excellence in the program
  • Member of the International Baccalaureate Educator Network (IBEN) since 2010
  • As a member of IB Education Network since 2010, I conduct IB Evaluation visits, authorization visits, Consultancies, Reading assignments etc to support schools at the various stages of their IB PYP journey across the Asia Pacific region
  • An IB Continuum School

Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher

Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School
01.1998 - 06.2004
  • Company Overview: An IB Continuum School
  • An IB Continuum School

Kindergarten Teacher

Sunshine Preschool
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans fostering physical, emotional, social, and academic growth
  • Actively promoted family involvement and organized field trips to enhance student learning

Founding In-Charge

Ascension Kindergarten
01.1994 - 01.1996
  • Company Overview: A branch of Birla Vani Bharati School
  • Designed and implemented literacy and numeracy activities while establishing a conducive learning environment
  • A branch of Birla Vani Bharati School

Education

Master of Arts - Sociology

University of Jodhpur
Rajasthan
01.1989

Bachelor of Arts - Sanskrit, Psychology and History

University of Jodhpur
Rajasthan
01.1987

Secondary and Higher Secondary Education - undefined

Saint Patrick's Vidya Bhawan
Jodhpur
01.1984

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Curriculum Development
  • Communication Skills
  • Multicultural Awareness

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 08/26/67
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married, two children

Awards

Meritorious Student Award, Ministry of Education, Government of India, For both Secondary and Higher Secondary Education

Training

  • IB Global Conference, Daegu, South Korea, 03/2024
  • IBEN evaluation leader and programme leader training, 2021 (Online)
  • Growing communities of practice, 2010 (Online)
  • Oxford University Workshop - Envisioning the Future of Education - Nurturing and Empowering Thinking Culture, 11/2019
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Singapore, 03/2018
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Yokohama, Japan, 03/2017
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Hyderabad, 03/2016
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Macau, 03/2015
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Singapore, 03/2014
  • IBAP Pre conference workshop: Communicating the IB Advantage into your School and your Community, 03/2014
  • Combined School Visit Team Leader / Consultant Training, IB Asia Pacific Regional Office, Singapore, 02/22/14 - 02/23/14
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Malaysia, 2013
  • IBAP Regional Workshop 'Role of PYP Coordinator', Malaysia, 2013
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Singapore, 2012
  • IBAP School Visiting Team Member Training, 09/2010
  • Pedagogical Leadership, Singapore, 03/2010
  • In-School Teaching and Learning Workshop, 08/2008
  • Inquiry Workshop - Kath Murdoch, 2008
  • Educational Leadership, Australia, 03/2005
  • IBAP Regional Conference, Australia, 03/2005
  • Inquiry Workshop (in school), 04/2005
  • PYP Inquiry Workshop, Fiji, 07/2005
  • E-Learning Workshop, Singapore, 2004
  • IB Primary Years Programme (Advanced Workshop), 2003
  • PYP Introductory Workshop (In school), 2002

Personal Traits

  • Dynamic
  • Self motivated
  • Enthusiastic
  • Passionate educator
  • Strong interpersonal skills

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Bahasa Indonesia
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

PYP Coordinator

Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School
07.2004 - Current

Grade 2 Homeroom Teacher

Gandhi Memorial Intercontinental School
01.1998 - 06.2004

Kindergarten Teacher

Sunshine Preschool
01.1996 - 01.1998

Founding In-Charge

Ascension Kindergarten
01.1994 - 01.1996

Master of Arts - Sociology

University of Jodhpur

Bachelor of Arts - Sanskrit, Psychology and History

University of Jodhpur

Secondary and Higher Secondary Education - undefined

Saint Patrick's Vidya Bhawan
Rachna Johar