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Harni Patel

West Chicago,IL

Summary

Energetic educator with a track record of fostering student engagement and enhancing academic excellence at Anand Niketan School. Expert in foreign language instruction and collaboration, recognized with "Promising Educator" award. Currently enriching skills through a Master's in Teaching, specializing in activity-based learning and individualized instruction to meet diverse learner needs. Enthusiastic tutoring professional motivated to support students. Ready to build confidence and skills in struggling learners. Friendly, personable and compassionate.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Personal Tutor

Self-employeed
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of curriculum changes and educational practices to provide current and effective tutoring.

Teacher

Anand Niketan School Maninagar Campus
Ahmedabad, Gujarat
04.2018 - 04.2021
  • Dedicated and passionate educator with three years of experience teaching pre-primary students in an international school setting. Proven track record of creating engaging lesson plans and promoting academic excellence. Recipient of the "Amazing Contribution" and "Promising Educator" awards. Currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Teaching (Elementary Education) at Northern Illinois University.
  • - Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for students aged 3-5.
    - Developed and maintained a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
    - Collaborated with colleagues to plan and deliver curriculum objectives.
    - Integrated technology into the classroom to enhance student learning.
    - Developed and implemented differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
  • Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
  • Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
  • Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
  • Assessed students and held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Utilized technology such as interactive whiteboards and online resources to enhance instruction.
  • Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
  • Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.

Education

Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12-2025

Master of Commerce (Accounting Major) - Accounting And Finance

S.M.Patel Institute of Commerce (GLS University)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
03-2020

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Major) - Accounting And Finance

S.M. Patel Institute of Commerce (GLS University)
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
03-2018

Skills

  • Foreign language instruction
  • Concept explanation techniques
  • Student engagement
  • Transitional support
  • Collaboration
  • Confidence building
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Motivation techniques
  • Group tutoring
  • Activity-based learning
  • Individualized instruction
  • Quick learner, creative, hardworking, and responsible

Accomplishments

  • Awarded by Ahmedabad Criminal Courts Bar Assosiation for
    good scores in 10th standard.
    • Honored and Awarded by Anand Niketan International School,
    Ahmedabad for Most Promising Educator of the year-2019.

Certification

  • Certificate on professional communications competencies., by
    GLS Institute for professional studies, Ahmedabad, India.
  • Certificate course on Advanced course of Tally ERP9 by securing A Grade.
    • Participated and awarded certificate of CWDC (Collegiate
    Women’s Development Committee) workshop.
    • Certificate of Appreciation for volunteering in Sabarmati
    Festival , Ahmedabad.
    • Certificate of Participation in BIKE-A-THON for “ SAY NO TO
    DRUGS CAMPAIGN”.

Languages

English
Professional
Gujarati
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional

Affiliations

  • 1 year of volunteer activities for poor childern in 2016.
  • Honored and Awarded by Anand Niketan International School,
    Ahmedabad for Most Promising Educator of the year-2019.
  • Volunteered in the Sabarmati Festival- the spirit of Ahmedabad.
    Ahmedabad, India.

Timeline

Personal Tutor

Self-employeed
06.2021 - 08.2022

Teacher

Anand Niketan School Maninagar Campus
04.2018 - 04.2021

Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education

Northern Illinois University

Master of Commerce (Accounting Major) - Accounting And Finance

S.M.Patel Institute of Commerce (GLS University)

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting Major) - Accounting And Finance

S.M. Patel Institute of Commerce (GLS University)
Harni Patel