L Pravallika Kopparthy
Mountain House
Summary
Driven and versatile professional with a strong background in food science and recipe development. Highly organized and skilled in effective communication, planning, and implementing. Agile and adaptable staff leader with stellar work history, motivational approach and upbeat nature. Demonstrates a commitment to excellence and a capacity to lift and carry significant weight, ensuring project success and team efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Instructional Aide
Peter Hansen Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
- Assist in administering and scoring of tests and examinations.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
- Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
- Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
- Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
Food Blogger
Freelance-writers
09.2017 - Current
- Developed unique recipes tailored to specific dietary needs, catering to a diverse audience base and increasing reader satisfaction.
- Fostered a loyal community of readers through regular engagement via comments sections, social media interactions, and personalized responses to inquiries.
- Created informative how-to guides for beginner cooks, simplifying complex culinary techniques for easy understanding by readers.
- Enhanced reader engagement by incorporating visually appealing food photography and compelling storytelling into blog posts.
- Maintained a consistent posting schedule to keep readers engaged, driving continuous growth in site traffic and subscribers.
- Established a strong social media presence, growing followers on various platforms through consistent posting and audience interaction.
- Posted regularly on blog and other social media outlets to increase retention, acquisition rates and levels of engagement with blog.
Noon Duty Supervisor
Wicklund Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Supervise students on the playground, lunch areas, walkways and other areas of a school campus as required.
- Established strong relationships with students and staff by maintaining open lines of communication regarding noon duty responsibilities.
- Assisted in the organization of special events such as field trips, assemblies, and sports days for smooth execution.
- Provided emergency response when needed, following established protocols to ensure student safety at all times.
- Ensured cleanliness of cafeteria and eating areas while maintaining compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Served as a positive role model for students by demonstrating professionalism, respect, and a commitment to their well-being in all interactions.
Summer Camp Program Instructor
Bricks 4 Kidz
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Lead and assisted a group of students in camp programs and activities, including teaching, guiding and helping students with projects with LEGOs.
Asst.Manager (Technical Spices)
Griffith Foods (Formerly Griffith Laboratories)
07.2015 - 05.2016
- Played a crucial role in internal and external auditing processes for Sustainable Chilly Farming associated with Rainforest Alliance
- Pioneered the adoption of sustainable farming practices in adopted villages, leading to a 35% decrease in carbon emissions and a 30% increase in farm profitability, promoting long-term economic sustainability
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Actively involved in setting up a third party chilly processing plant at Hyderabad by VK Spice Pvt Ltd.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels at VK Spice Pvt Ltd.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
Summer Intern
NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Studied the Value Chain of Sunflower Crop with respect to Status of Crop, Players Involved, Integration at Various Stages of the Value Chain, Support Services available for the crop and the stakeholders.
- Gained valuable industry knowledge through attending seminars, workshops, and conferences related to the field of expertise during the summer internship program.
Summer Intern
Mother Dairy Fruit and Vegetable Processing Pvt Ltd
04.2012 - 06.2012
- Calculated maturity indices of Alphonso mangoes and Studied Microbial load at various stages of production.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines under high-pressure situations during the internship period.
- Maintained a strong work ethic and positive attitude throughout the summer internship program, earning recognition from supervisors for outstanding performance and commitment to team success.
- Participated in weekly meetings with mentors and colleagues, sharing insights from various learning experiences throughout the internship program.
- Gained valuable industry knowledge through attending seminars, workshops, and conferences related to the field of expertise during the summer internship program.
Education
PGDM Agribusiness and Plantation Management -
Indian Institute of Plantation Management
Bangalore, India04.2015
M.Sc Food Technology and Management -
M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women
Chennai, India06.2013
B.Sc Food Science and Management -
M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women
Chennai, India06.2011
Skills
- Staff training/development
- Fast learner
- Quick problem solver
- Highly dependable
- Thrives in fast-paced environment
- Committed team player
- Product and service knowledge
- Team motivation
Personal Information
- Age: 33
- Gender: Female
Awards
- BEST STUDENT AWARD, 2012, Association of Food Scientists and Technologist of India (AFST(I))
- BEST OUTGOING STUDENT AWARDS, 2013, Post graduation programme
- BEST OUTGOING STUDENT AWARDS, 2011, Undergraduate programme
- Shri. JAYAGOVIND HARIGOPAL AGARWAL MERITORIOUS AWARD FOR THE BEST PAPER PRESENTATION, 2013
Timeline
Special Education Instructional Aide
Peter Hansen Elementary School
08.2024 - Current
Noon Duty Supervisor
Wicklund Elementary School
03.2024 - 05.2024
Food Blogger
Freelance-writers
09.2017 - Current
Summer Camp Program Instructor
Bricks 4 Kidz
06.2017 - 08.2017
Asst.Manager (Technical Spices)
Griffith Foods (Formerly Griffith Laboratories)
07.2015 - 05.2016
Summer Intern
NABARD (National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development)
05.2014 - 07.2014
Summer Intern
Mother Dairy Fruit and Vegetable Processing Pvt Ltd
04.2012 - 06.2012
PGDM Agribusiness and Plantation Management -
Indian Institute of Plantation Management
M.Sc Food Technology and Management -
M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women
B.Sc Food Science and Management -
M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women
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