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Pankhuri Dahiya

Pankhuri Dahiya

Summary

Dedicated ESL instructor with over 7 years of diverse teaching experience (5 years in Japan, 2 years in India), including instruction at the university and secondary level. Skilled in developing academic English proficiency -reading, writing, speaking, and listening - with a strong focus on critical thinking, student-centered learning, and CLIL methodology. Committed to helping students achieve academic goals, including entrance exam and study-abroad preparation. Professional, reliable, and deeply familiar with Japanese educational culture.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

ESL Instructor

British Council
08.2022 - Current
  • Taught practical English and critical thinking at Hitotsubashi University (undergraduate level).
  • Delivered structured English instruction to young learners (ages 8–17) and adults using British Council curriculum.
  • Taught at a junior high school in Koto-ku for two years, designing and delivering lessons aligned with CEFR and Japanese school objectives.
  • Developed engaging lesson plans that built writing, speaking, and reading skills through real-world topics and activities.

ESL Instructor

Gaba Corporation
01.2019 - 08.2022
  • Delivered tailored 1:1 instruction to adult learners and university/high school students.
  • Conducted TOEFL, TOEIC, IELTS and academic writing seminars at universities and major companies (e.g., Nikon, Meiji University, Mitsubishi, Nissan).
  • Designed CLIL-style lessons on topics such as tourism, business, and global issues.
  • Gained strong insight into Japanese corporate and academic expectations.

ESL Instructor

Teach India
05.2016 - 11.2018
  • Conducted large group lessons focused on communicative teaching and foundational academic writing.
  • Designed progress tracking systems and led regular assessments.
  • Supported learners preparing for further education or professional training.

Corporate Marketing Manager

APS Hydro Private Limited
10.2011 - 03.2016
  • Developed strategic communications and branding across domestic and international markets.
  • Managed cross-functional teams and conducted market research and SEO.
  • Strengthened transferable skills in project planning, analysis, and communication.

Education

CELTA -

British Council
04-2018

TYLEC -

British Council
08-2023

Bachelor of Business Administration -

GGSPU
08-2011

Skills

  • CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning)
  • Task-based and communicative language teaching (CLT)
  • Test preparation (TOEFL, TOEIC, Eiken, IELTS)
  • Critical thinking and discussion skills development
  • Curriculum and lesson planning
  • Differentiated instruction for mixed-ability groups
  • Solo teaching and classroom leadership
  • Student-centered and interactive lesson delivery

Timeline

ESL Instructor

British Council
08.2022 - Current

ESL Instructor

Gaba Corporation
01.2019 - 08.2022

ESL Instructor

Teach India
05.2016 - 11.2018

Corporate Marketing Manager

APS Hydro Private Limited
10.2011 - 03.2016

CELTA -

British Council

TYLEC -

British Council

Bachelor of Business Administration -

GGSPU

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