JEYALAKSHMI GUNASEKARA PANDIAN
Princeton,United States
Summary
Compassionate teacher with experience in caring for students of different learning styles and backgrounds. Adept in building an inclusive classroom and preparing differentiated lesson plans. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Instructional Assistant
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
11.2023 - Current
- Provided one-on-one assistance in academic subjects such as reading, writing, math, and social studies to help students with learning disabilities achieve their full potential.
- Supported students with behavioral challenges through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and positive feedback.
- Assisted special education teachers in developing and executing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to students'' unique learning styles and abilities.
Freelance Blogger, Content Writer, Book Reviewer
Self
06.2018 - Current
- Published regular pieces on jeyasivananth.wordpress.com, a personal blog on wordpress
- Reviewed book on onlinebookclub.org https://onlinebookclub.org/reviews/by-jeyasivananth.html
- Developed web content for http://www.thamizhthadam.org/
- Worked as a freelance content writer for Handicraft company RESTORE aided by the Pondichery Government India. https://www.facebook.com/restorehandcraft/
- Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style for academic dissertations for Tholga pulishing Services
High School English Teacher
Good Shepherd International School
07.2007 - 06.2010
- Taught different International Curriculum namely Part A Language for the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program and the IGCSE O levels Language and Literature for the Cambridge Curriculum.
- Trained children to participate in various Inter and Intra school extracurricular activities like Oratorical competitions, Dramatics and others
- Worked extensively developing web content for the school website and helped the school in getting accreditation from the International Council of Schools.
English Language Teacher
GEAR Innovative Intl School
06.2006 - 05.2007
- Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
- Sponsored several student activities and clubs, dedicating over 5 hours per week outside regular school hours.
- Created language arts lesson plans for students to meet learning needs, adhere to curriculum standards and build interest in learning.
- Worked one-on-one with students needing individualized attention and developed with special learning plans for struggling people.
Education
Master of Philosphy - English Literature
Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai05-2006
Master of Arts - English Literature
The American College
Madurai05-2005
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Fatima College
Madurai05-2003
Alternate Route Program -
Rutgers-GSE
05.2026
Skills
Student-centered pedagogy
Expertise in Differentiated Lesson Planning
Effective Classroom Management
Implementing positive behavioral interventions
Restorative Justice Practices
Strong interpersonal skills
Certification
Certificate of Eligibility issued by NJDOE to teach English Language Arts K-12 ( License ID 01810112)
Passed the Praxis exams with 200 in Math (5733) , 200 in Reading (5713) , 182 in writing (5723) and 192 in English content knowledge ( 5038)
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Assistant
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District
11.2023 - Current
Freelance Blogger, Content Writer, Book Reviewer
Self
06.2018 - Current
High School English Teacher
Good Shepherd International School
07.2007 - 06.2010
English Language Teacher
GEAR Innovative Intl School
06.2006 - 05.2007
Master of Philosphy - English Literature
Madurai Kamaraj University
Master of Arts - English Literature
The American College
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Fatima College
Alternate Route Program -
Rutgers-GSE
Certificate of Eligibility issued by NJDOE to teach English Language Arts K-12 ( License ID 01810112)
Passed the Praxis exams with 200 in Math (5733) , 200 in Reading (5713) , 182 in writing (5723) and 192 in English content knowledge ( 5038)
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