Keerthana Vella
Fairfax,VA
Summary
Dedicated graduate with a Master’s degree in Management Science from NJIT, seeking an Entry-Level Teaching Role. Experienced in mentoring and tutoring, fostering student engagement and academic success. Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills enhance instructional support and promote effective learning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Graduate Team Lead – Academic Projects
Master's at NJIT
Newark, New Jersey
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Led graduate-level academic projects, coordinating tasks and guiding team members to achieve project goals.
- Conducted research, data analysis, and project planning to meet course objectives.
- Facilitated team discussions, ensuring clear communication among group members to enhance collaboration.
- Mentored teammates, explaining concepts and supporting project deliverables to improve understanding and project quality.
- Delivered multiple project presentations to faculty and peers.
- Demonstrated leadership, accountability, and collaborative problem-solving
Student Mentor & NDLI Club Coordinator
R.M.K. Engineering College
Chennai, TamilNadu
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Mentored junior students through one-on-one and small-group guidance sessions, helping them improve understanding of coursework, prepare for exams, and develop effective study strategies.
- Provided academic support by simplifying complex concepts, reviewing assignments, and offering structured feedback to improve student performance
- Coordinated and managed NDLI Club academic activities such as debates, quizzes, and knowledge-sharing events that encouraged student participation and critical thinking.
- Planned and facilitated interactive group learning sessions that promoted collaboration, peer learning, and active discussion among students.
- Assisted in creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and expressing ideas.
- Worked with students from diverse academic backgrounds, adapting communication and mentoring approaches to meet individual learning needs.
- Maintained regular interaction with students to track progress and motivate them toward academic improvement and confidence building
Education
Master of Science - Management Science
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Newark, New Jersey, NJ12-2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Anna University
Chennai, TamilNadu, India06-2021
Skills
- Peer mentoring
- Academic advising
- Student mentoring
- Program coordination
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Feedback delivery
- Effective communication
- Written communication
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Online learning tools
- Critical thinking
- Problem Solving
- Analytical thinking
- Interpersonal communication
- Verbal communication
- Team leadership
- Analytical thinking
Accomplishments
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's Young Achiever Award
Timeline
Graduate Team Lead – Academic Projects
Master's at NJIT
09.2023 - 12.2024
Student Mentor & NDLI Club Coordinator
R.M.K. Engineering College
03.2019 - 06.2021
Master of Science - Management Science
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Anna University