Farah Dhanani
Franklin,TN
Summary
Experienced with curriculum development, instructional strategies, and classroom management. Utilizes interactive teaching methods and technology integration to engage students and foster deep understanding. Knowledge of fostering positive and inclusive classroom environment, ensuring all students thrive academically and socially.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Williamson County School District
Brentwood, TN
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Delivered engaging instruction by implementing lesson plans, adapting teaching methods to diverse learning needs, and providing individualized academic support to promote student growth and confidence.
- Maintained a safe, positive, and structured classroom environment by managing student behavior, following established routines, collaborating with lead teachers, and supervising students during classroom, lunch, and recess activities.
Early Childhood Educator
Treehouse Playgroup
Mumbai, India
07.2018 - 03.2023
- Designed and implemented appropriate learning activities that promoted children's cognitive, social, and emotional growth while fostering a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
- Collaborated with families and staff to support individualized developmental goals, monitor progress, adapt teaching strategies, and enhance learning outcomes through innovative and inclusive practices.
Phonetics & Grammar Teacher
Learning Ladders
MUMBAI, INDIA
11.2018 - 03.2023
- Delivered engaging phonics and grammar instruction using multi-sensory teaching methods to strengthen students' reading, writing, spelling, and language development skills, including letter sounds, blending, segmenting, and word recognition.
- Designed differentiated lesson plans, incorporated interactive learning activities, and assessed student progress regularly to support diverse learning needs and maximize academic achievement.
Middle School Teacher
City International School
MUMBAI, INDIA
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Delivered engaging, student-centered lessons and maintained a positive classroom environment while using creative teaching strategies and technology to support diverse learning styles and student success.
Education
Diploma - Early Childhood Care and Education
Helen O'Grady International
Mumbai, India 11-2020
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mission College
Santa Clara, CA12-2017
Bachelor of Education - English & Economics
University of Mumbai
India04-2009
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Mumbai
India03-2008
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Paint)
- Digital and Print Design Tool: Canva
Certification
- Certified Jolly Phonics Grammer Teacher Aug 2020
- Certified Jolly Phonics Teacher Oct 2018
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Williamson County School District
03.2024 - 05.2024
Phonetics & Grammar Teacher
Learning Ladders
11.2018 - 03.2023
Early Childhood Educator
Treehouse Playgroup
07.2018 - 03.2023
Middle School Teacher
City International School
06.2009 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Education - English & Economics
University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Mumbai
Diploma - Early Childhood Care and Education
Helen O'Grady International
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Mission College
VOLUNTEER /COMMUNITY SERVICES
- Religious Education Principal | Ismaili Tariqah & Religious Education Board (ITREB) India (2019–2023)
- Religious Education Teacher | Ismaili Tariqah & Religious Education Board (ITREB) India (2003–2011)
- Education Representative (EdRep) | Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) (2013–2018)
AREA OF EXPERTISE INCLUDE
- Student Development / Behavioral Insight
- Information Delivery / Verbal Communication
- Instructional Design / Teaching Strategies
- Performance Assessment / Student Evaluation
- Digital Learning / Online Instruction
- Problem Solving / Decision Making