Shwetali Jakate

• Established and operated K-12 learning center teaching advanced concepts in Math/English/ACT/SAT/Gifted Test Prep.
• Created individualized study plans according to the needs of each student, focusing on filling conceptual gaps and advancing their critical thinking skills.
• Advocated for and secured budget for an entirely new virtual learning platform during the unprecedented times of Covid 19.
• The new virtual learning platform has all individualized course assignments, grading, testing, progress tracking, attendance, video conferencing integrated together for a seamless user experience.
• Delivered excellent virtual learning experience for students helping them achieve their academic goals.
• Increased parent satisfaction which thereby increased student retention rates by developing engaging content and unique teaching methodologies.
• Spearheaded the creation of a mentorship program, training and helping other centers use Ed Tech to succeed in their business.
• Improved parent satisfaction by providing tailored individualized virtual learning sessions for K-12, ACT/SAT students.
• Streamlined training process for new teachers, accelerating time to productivity while teaching virtually.
• Championed a culture of continuous learning by regularly sharing resources, articles, webinars, and thought leadership pieces with customers, teachers and staff.

Results:

• Scaled business from 0 to 50 subjects in first 7 months and then scaled business average 25% YoY with current student / subject strength of between 180-210
• Business profitability is consistently in the top 5% of the 50+ franchises across the USA.
• Created 2.5 X valuation of the business
• Student retention is 80% YoY.

• Conducted interactive and intriguing teaching lessons using real life corporate case studies.
• Conducted competitive case study discussions and role plays resulting in engaged and productive learning sessions for the students.
• Created, reviewed and updated curriculum on a regular basis with focus on latest technology and relevant content.
• Started an intracollegiate organization called 'marketing club' for the MBA students, where they could showcase their talents and unique abilities through various extracurricular activities.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement which helped in their academic and professional growth.
• Successfully spearheaded the testing and grading team with best practices for students as well as the organization.
• Implemented a new digital marketing course, resulting in a 20% increase in student enrollment.
• Consistently received the best peer and student feedback throughout my tenure as the assistant professor in Marketing Management.

• I was appointed as a lecturer for teaching marketing and HR to MBA students. I started this job the same year I graduated from my MBA school.
• Created and delivered interactive and intriguing teaching content.
• Received excellent feedback from students and peers.
• Cultivated critical thinking skills through challenging assignments that required analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of information from various sources.

• A special opportunity to work as a lecturer for a limited time.
• Exceptional student and fellow teachers feedback was my first achievement in my teaching career.

• Worked in selling Life Insurance policies.
• Built strong relationships with new as well as existing customer base.
• Liaised with customers and recommended specific products and specials, aligning with individual needs, requirements and specifications.

• Created awareness and increased acceptability of a newspaper which was newly launched in a tier two city which already had a very strong network of a local newspaper brand.
• Engaged in door to door selling and played a pivotal part in city wide marketing events.
• Enhanced client satisfaction by understanding their expectations from a new daily in the town and being instrumental in making relevant changes in the content by working closely with the senior management.
• Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.