AVANTIKA VENKTA
Curriculum and Academic Coordinator
Tokyo
Summary
With more than 10 years of teaching experience, 6 years of leading different programs and over 6 years of combined school leadership experience as an Academic Coordinator and Head of school, I have led and supported multiple pedagogical approaches across Early Years and Primary settings. I have good experience with the Cambridge Primary curriculum, Montessori methodology, teacher mentoring, programme coordination, and school operations. I am recognized for calm and effective leadership, curriculum quality assurance, and strong teacher support systems.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Curriculum and Program Coordinator – Primary (Grades 1–4)
GWIS Primary School
Nishikasai, Tokyo
04.2025 - Current
- Teachers training on Cambridge curriculum implementations and development, classroom management and soft skills
- Leading bridge program for English language stages 1-3. Supports provided to children during school hours and after school program. This program includes bilingual students and different nationalities (including few Japanese students).
- Programs initiated and running successfully - ‘Smart Speakers’ club and book reading club for primary students at GWIS
- Established system and administration processes
- Collaborated on curriculum planning and assessment alignment
- Teach Cambridge Primary English Grades 1,3,4
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) - Japanese elementary schools ‘shogakko’
Heart Cooperation
Tokyo
01.2022 - 01.2023
Worked as assistant teacher with elementary grades 1-6. Got an opportunity to spend time with special needs students. Worked as ALT for online classes for japanese elementary schools too.
Advisor & Mentor
ABODE Montessori & Multiple Intelligence School
Hyderabad
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Mentored teachers and supported curriculum implementation
- Assisted curriculum director with academic planning and quality improvement
- Led Multiple Intelligence and Higher Intelligence Program
Director of Administration / School Coordinator
ABODE Montessori & Multiple Intelligence School
Hyderabad
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Led different pedagogies 1) Dr. Maria Montessori philosophy & methodology for preschool (mixed age group environments of 3-6 age groups with original materials). 2) Integrated curricula of Montessori philosophy and Cambridge pedagogy for Primary (grades 1-5).
- Conducted parents orientation and teachers orientation programs
- Led Multiple Intelligence and Higher Intelligence programs. (Howard Garner)
- Led book reading program for 4.5 to 6.5 yrs old.
- Led a team of 16 teachers and administrative staff (preschool, elementary, multiple intelligence program)
- Led school operations, processes and events
- Conducted classroom observations and parent communication
- Supported school expansion and policy development
- Addressed students emergency issues very well
Language Teacher
ABODE Montessori & Multiple Intelligence School
Hyderabad
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Language Teacher - English, Hindi grades 3,4
- 'Book Bag' program - Book reading program (ages 4.5-6)
- Lead teacher for preschool 2.5 - 4 years old
- Worked for after school program
Computer Teacher (ICT) – Elementary (grades 1-6)
Sancta Maria International School (CIE)
Hyderabad
04.2011 - 03.2012
Volunteer
NGO Pustakaar
Hyderabad
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Volunteer work as teacher for underprivileged children, maintained small library for the same purpose
Customer Service Representative
HSBC, 24-7
Hyderabad
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Customer Service Representative with U.S. and U.K. banks for backend processes
Bhopal, M.P.
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Other Teaching Experiences MS-Office – trained government officials transitioning work from paperwork to technology
Education
Certificates - School Management & Leadership
Harvard Business School Online
01-2022
Master of Computer Management -
Rajiv Gandhi College, Barkatullah University
Bhopal, MP, India01-2001
Post-graduation diploma - Computer Application
Makhanlal Chaturvedi University
Bhopal, MP, India01-1999
Bachelor of Commerce -
Barkatullah University
Bhopal, MP, India 04.2001 -
Skills
English (Fluent) Hindi (Fluent) Japanese (Basic JLPT N5)
Google Workspace MS Office
Timeline
Curriculum and Program Coordinator – Primary (Grades 1–4)
GWIS Primary School
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Language Teacher (ALT) - Japanese elementary schools ‘shogakko’
Heart Cooperation
01.2022 - 01.2023
Advisor & Mentor
ABODE Montessori & Multiple Intelligence School
01.2019 - 01.2021
Language Teacher
ABODE Montessori & Multiple Intelligence School
05.2014 - 04.2015
Director of Administration / School Coordinator
ABODE Montessori & Multiple Intelligence School
01.2014 - 01.2019
Computer Teacher (ICT) – Elementary (grades 1-6)
Sancta Maria International School (CIE)
04.2011 - 03.2012
Volunteer
NGO Pustakaar
01.2010 - 01.2011
Customer Service Representative
HSBC, 24-7
01.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Commerce -
Barkatullah University
04.2001 -
01.1998 - 01.2000
Certificates - School Management & Leadership
Harvard Business School Online
Master of Computer Management -
Rajiv Gandhi College, Barkatullah University
Post-graduation diploma - Computer Application
Makhanlal Chaturvedi University
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Curriculums Coordination - CAIE Curriculum (Primary), Dr Maria Montessori philosophy (3-6 ages), Central Board of Secondary Education Curriculum (CBSE) India, awareness of IB curriculum.
- Programme Coordination - Multiple Intelligence program, Speaking club, Book reading club (primary), Book reading program (4.5-6.5)
- Curriculum Design & Implementation (Pre-primary and Primary)
- Teacher Mentoring & Observation
- Curriculum Quality Assurance
- Parent Communication
- School Operations
- Professional Development