HIMANI KHALI
Robbinsville, NJ ***** 609-***-**** ***********@*****.***
PROFILE
Highly enthusiastic educator with talent for bringing the classroom to life with real-world examples and innovative technology. Proven ability to discover students’ varying learning styles, ensuring each student’s unique academic needs are met. Trustworthy individual with strong communication and interpersonal skills to build meaningful, long-lasting relationships. Dependable mentor with collaborative leadership skills to build solid relationship.
CORE COMPETENCIES / AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Program Management & Coordination Analysis Verbal Communication Teamwork Multitasking Creative Problem Solving · Conflict Resolution Windows Microsoft Word
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Mathnasium (The Math Learning Centre), Robbinsville, NJ 11/2021- present
Math Instructor
Facilitated well-rounded instruction based on concepts of the methods and problem solving techniques. Integrated approach involving tips, tricks of solving problems. Focused on building an environment that encourages self-discovery and creativity.
● Provided 8-12 hours of instruction to students in 2nd -8th grade, designing varied lesson plan to meet the learning needs of the students.
● Designed interactive lessons for below average students, incorporating visuals and everyday life examples to help them better understand the concepts, resulting in 10-15% increase in test scores by end of term and students feeling better about their learning.
Planned Career Break 12/2017 – 10/2021
Took work off to raise daughter and adjusted to life in USA with spouse’s work assignment.
Max International School, 4/2014- 11/2017
Banjarawala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
High School Lecturer, Business Studies and Economics
Interpreted the Business and Economic data to help students to understand current events in the World. Created lesson plan to meet state standards and ensuring that they are followed throughout the year,
● Assigned to teach 20 kids for 40-45 mins. daily on Business and Economics and its practical application in their lives and in their country.
● Coordinated field trips to various industries enabling students to see and understand the basic concepts of business and economics in the real world and to write about its application in their field of study Students found the experience very rewarding.
● Developed and implements engaging lessons plans that resulted in a 25% increase in student participation and a 15% improvement in test scores.
● Served on Central Board of Secondary Education, assigned to evaluate the year end examination answer sheets of students in grade 12 and helped in the Marking Scheme Policies.
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Max International School, Banjarawala, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India 4/2014- 11/2017 Middle School Math Teacher
Taught math to grades 5-7, planning and presenting lessons to facilitate students understanding and applications of mathematical concepts. Gave engaging quizzes and administered final examination. Attended meeting with parents and staff.
● Incorporated engaging teaching methods and resources that set a strong foundation for learning, encouraging student participation and self-motivation to seek out more information.
Boosted the engagement of a diverse student population by developing lesson plans and projects showing the application of math to sport, news, or art and design.
● Created and implemented assessments to measure student progress and achievement.
Planned Career Break 1/2011 – 3/2014
Took work off to raise son until he entered pre-school.
S.S.S. BAL Vihar School, Sector-5, R.K.Puram, Delhi, India 7/2009- 12/2011
Elementary Math & English Teacher
Created lessons plans to teach second graders math, and science and how to interact with others. Observed students to evaluate their abilities, strengths and weaknesses.
● Worked with students in grade 2 to develop their comprehension, questioning, and organizational skills.
● Introduced a project based learning approach to the curriculum, fostering collaboration and problem solving skills among students, leading to a 20 % increase in teamwork and communication abilities.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Masters of Commerce, Delhi University, Delhi, India
Bachelor in Education (Math and English), Kashmir University, Delhi, India
Bachelor in Commerce, Delhi University, Delhi India
TRAINING: Introduction to Basic Skills in Excel, Mercer County Public Library, Robbinsville, NJ, Nov. 2023-present