Gulshan Manekshaw
Gulshan Manekshaw
Bangalore email *********@*****.*** Mobile 093********
Seeking positions as Pre Primary Head/Leadership Role.
Core Competencies
Early Year Foundation Stages Setting up Pre Schools
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(EYFS) Curriculum Design &
Conducting Workshops
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Development for various
branded and individual Handling Academics and Operations
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pre schools
• for Pre Primary and Primary Levels.
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Creative Lesson Planning &
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Experimental Learning
Marketing and Vendor Management
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Consultant to Various Pre
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Schools
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Personal Attributes
Have Clear and Consistent Vision
Posses Strong Leadership Skills
Approachable & Good Listener
Self Motivator and Quick Learner
Effective Trainer
High level of Emotional Quotient
Excellent consensus building, interpersonal and negotiation skills
Professional Summary
Astute professional with 18 years of vast work experience in Early Year Foundation Stages (EYFS) worked
as teacher, academic coordinator/supervisor, Center Head & Head of Academics, & Operations. Having
experience in Quality Assurance, Human Resources, Marketing and Vendor Management. Comprehensive
Knowledge of Pre School Program and Implementation Process. Experience in setting up Pre Schools and
Curriculum Designing in various cities in India and Middle East countries for renowned schools .
Responsible for addressing the needs of students, teachers, parents, school boards. Well versed with the
CBSE/ IGCSE and British Curriculum (Cambridge Board of UK).
Education
Graduation from Loreto College, Darjeeling
Teachers Training Course from Loreto House Calcutta
• Accomplishments
Designed and Conducted Workshops and Training Programs on:
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Strategy Program for Teachers
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Phonics, Literacy, Numeracy, Soft Skills
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Effective Communication, Classroom Management
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Storytelling, Teaching Aids
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Framing Assessments
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Work Experience
Orchids International School, Bangalore as a Pre Primary Head
from 2013 till 2014.
Pre school consultant.
Ek Tara Preschool, Calcutta as Academic Head & Operations
from 2011 – 2013.
Kidzee, Bangalore as Center Head from 2010 – 2011.
RAK English speaking School (Affiliated to British Curriculum),UAE
as Pre Primary Coordinator from 2005 2010.
Al Najah International School, Abu Dhabi as Teacher in Pre Primary and Primary Coordinator
from 1998 – 2005.
Cambridge International School, Abu Dhabi as Preschool Teacher
from 1997 1998.
Overall Responsibilities
Academics & Curriculum development
Responsible and accountable for setting and advancing academic strategy and maintain a range of
academic programs which are highly regarded.
Providing leadership to teaching staff ensuring delivery of high quality of teaching – learning pedagogy
Independently plan annual school calendar.
Curriculum design, planning & development.
Keeping up to date with curriculum changes, innovative, interactive creative teaching and assessment
methods .
Preparation and finalization of classroom layouts, paper plan, placing equipment, enhancing aesthetic
appeal. creating learning corners and placing child friendly furniture and fixtures.
Planning and organizing events, celebrations, cultural activities and field trips.
Participated in parent teacher conferences discussing each child’s progress, strengths and weaknesses.
Suggested techniques parents may use to aid in child’s development.
Proven ability to easily assimilate new ideas, concepts,
methods and technologies.
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Delivered workshop on Teachers Assessment Program Phonics, Literacy
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Numeracy, Storytelling at "Kids Gurukul" Delhi
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Delivered workshop on Soft Skills, Effective Communication, Class Room Management,
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Curriculum Planning at "Gurukul" Calcutta
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Delivered workshop on
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Phonics, storytelling, Lesson planning, Art & craft at "Little CIPUR" Indore
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Academic Quality Audit, Budgeting and Finance Planning
Planning and implementation of the academic audit schedule
Preparing evaluation and reporting parameters (templates) related to academic audits.
Evaluating lesson implementation and academic records.
Budget & Expenditure Control
Ensure compliance of departmental documentation with school policy
Training
Identifying and mapping, training needs of teaching staff for academic and personal development.
Designed content and imparted training to preschool teachers as part of training & induction
program followed by continuous enrichment programs like workshops and seminars on lesson
delivery, classroom management strategies, soft skills, etc.
Operations
Ability to micromanage the day to day operations whilst contributing to the systems and align
strategically with long term plans
Marketing Have been taking care of admissions and enrollments of students
Vendor Management Networked with vendors of various preschool related equipment, toys and aids
for selection, customization and sourcing of material for centers
Recruitment Oversee corporate and school academic recruitment. Show commitment on retaining
high performing staff members and motivate them deliver high performance.
Supervision of student registration and enrollment procedures, tuition fee and student records.
Personal Details
Date of Birth : 16th Nov, 1972
Address :Akme Ballet, Dodanikundi, Outer ring road,
Marathahalli, Bangalore 560037.
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"Delivered training workshops on The basic techniques of discipline & parenting skills”
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"Delivered a training workshop on early childhood problems & managing Hyper active kids”
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"Conducted training Workshop on effective lesson planning, worksheet designing, and age
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appropriate art and craft”
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• Conducted training Workshop on “effective lesson planning and worksheet designing” at Kinderville
Montessori, Bangalore
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• Delivered a guest lecture on “steps to changing your child’s behaviour” Little Eden preschool
• Bangalore
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