Professional Experience:
I am an education professional with experience spanning classroom teaching, program implementation, and nonprofit operations. My professional journey began as a Teach For India Fellow, where I worked full-time in a government school classroom. This role placed me at the intersection of students, families, teachers, and school leadership, requiring not only strong instructional skills but also adaptability, empathy, and consistent follow-through. Working closely with children from underserved communities helped me understand the systemic challenges within education and the importance of creating structures that support both learning and well-being.
As a Teach For India Fellow, I was responsible for planning and delivering lessons, tracking student progress, and creating a classroom environment that encouraged participation and growth. Beyond academics, I worked extensively with parents and caregivers to build trust and support student attendance and engagement. I collaborated with fellow teachers and school administrators to align classroom goals with broader school priorities. This experience strengthened my ability to communicate clearly, manage multiple responsibilities, and remain grounded in high-pressure, resource-constrained environments.
Following my fellowship, I transitioned into the nonprofit sector as a consultant, where my role expanded from the classroom to organization-wide operations. In this capacity, I supported planning, coordination, and execution of programs, working closely with internal teams, volunteers, and leadership. My work involved ensuring processes were followed, timelines were met, and on-ground challenges were addressed in real time. I often acted as a link between strategy and execution, translating plans into practical action.
A significant part of my consulting experience involved coordinating people and processes across locations and teams. This included onboarding volunteers into programs, supporting team communication, tracking deliverables, and ensuring smooth execution of activities. One of the most formative experiences during this phase was my involvement in conducting Chennai Students Kondattam, a large-scale student engagement event. The initiative required detailed planning, coordination with multiple stakeholders, volunteer management, and the ability to respond calmly to last-minute changes. Managing this event reinforced my understanding of large-scale operations and the importance of clear roles, structured planning, and empathetic leadership.
Across both roles, I have worked in environments where people, purpose, and execution are deeply interconnected. I have learned to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and work collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders. My experiences have also shaped my appreciation for systems and processes that support people rather than overwhelm them, especially in mission-driven organizations.
Overall, my professional journey reflects a consistent commitment to education and social impact, supported by practical experience in teaching, coordination, and nonprofit operations. I bring a grounded understanding of on-ground realities, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work thoughtfully within complex, people-centered ecosystems.