AVIKASH VINAY KUMAR
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Dynamic and results-driven educational leader with 21 years of experience in teaching and school administration. Proven expertise in curriculum development, strategic planning, and staff mentorship. Adept at fostering inclusive learning environments, improving student outcomes, and implementing innovative educational policies. Strong background in financial management, school operations, and leadership training. Passionate about empowering educators and students to achieve excellence.
WORK EXPERIENCE
August 2018 – December 2024
Principal – Wainibuka Secondary School, Fiji
Led school operations including academic performance, staff development and student welfare.
Introduced innovative learning strategies and digital tools for enhanced education delivery.
Provide visionary leadership to enhance staff performance and institutional growth.
Leadership and School Management.
Academic Excellence and Curriculum Development.
Student Welfare and Discipline.
School Administration and Financial Management.
Prepare and manage schools’ annual budget and financial resources.
Oversee procurement and allocation of teaching materials and school infrastructure.
Seek funding opportunities and manage school grants.
Parent and Community Engagement.
Build relationships with community leaders, stakeholders and education boards.
Promote school achievements through public relations and outreach initiatives.
Infrastructure and Resource Management.
Policy Implementation and Compliance.
Teacher Annual Performance Assessment.
March 2018 – August 2018
Vice-Principal – Wainibuka Secondary School, Fiji
Assisted in implementing educational policies and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Oversee teacher performance, student discipline and curriculum execution.
Coordinated professional development programs for teaching staff.
Monitoring students’ academic performance and preparation of examination timetable. September 2017 – March 2018
Assistant-Principal – Wainibuka Secondary School, Fiji
Supervised classroom instruction and conducted teacher evaluations.
Managed academic planning, student discipline, and school events.
Developed student intervention strategies for academic and behavioral improvement. January 2016 – September 2017
Head of Department Science – Wainibuka Secondary School, Fiji
Led science department initiatives, ensuring high-quality instruction.
Developed and implemented science curricula aligned with national standards.
Provided mentorship to science teachers, fostering professional growth. 2014 – 2015 Ba Provincial Freebird Institute (Lautoka, Fiji) 2010 – 2014 Votualevu College (Nadi, Fiji)
2004 – 2010 Swami Vivekananda College (Nadi, Fiji) Teacher Secondary – Chemistry, Biology and Basic Science Teacher
Designed and delivered engaging science lessons for Grades 8-13.
Prepared students for national examinations with a high success rate.
Implemented inquiry-based learning to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
Conducted hands-on laboratory sessions and practical assessments.
Participate in departmental, school and parent’s meetings.
Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. CREDENTIAL
Foreign Education Evaluation with U.S. Equivalence (ERES) – Completed
Credential IV - U.S. EQUIVALENCE: Master’s Degree in Business Administration
Credential III - Teacher Certification
Credential II - U.S. EQUIVALENCE: Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education and Chemistry
Credential I - U.S. EQUIVALENCE: One year of undergraduate study in Industrial Laboratory Technology
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CTC) – In-progress EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration (General Management) University of Fiji, April 2014
Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (General Management) University of Fiji, April 2012
Bachelor of Education (Secondary) Chemistry
University of the South Pacific, April 2004
Certificate in Industrial Laboratory Technology
Fiji Institute of Technology (Fiji National University), April 2000 SKILLS
Educational Leadership, Teacher Assessment & School Administration.
Strategic Planning & Policy Implementation.
Budgeting & Financial Management.
Staff Supervision & Professional Development.
Student Welfare & Discipline Management.
Curriculum Development & Instructional Leadership.
Parent & Community Engagement.
Teaching & Science Education: Chemistry, Biology, and Basic Science Instruction.
Peer Mentoring & Coaching.
Lesson Planning & Differentiated Teaching.
Classroom Management & Student Engagement.
Laboratory Safety & Science Experimentation.
Assessment & Examination Preparation.
Effective Classroom Management.
LANGUAGES
English and Hindi
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Workshop – Training of Trainers Program
Workshop – Family Life Education
Workshop – Education in Human Values Program
Workshop – Chemical Management
Certified in Financial Management in Schools
Certified in Leadership Skills for Supervisors
Certified in Coaching and Mentoring
Member of the Fiji Human Resource Institute
REFREES
1. Shalend Dutt Sharma 2. Swastika Kumar
3. Ranjita Lal
Elementary Teacher Napa High School
Science Teacher – Ripon
Unified School District
Pennycook Elementary
School
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DISCLAIMER
I Avikash Vinay Kumar hereby declare that the information within this curriculum vitae is factual and correct to date.
04/22/2025
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