Nivedha Ejilane

Dedicated and experienced French Language Educator and Department Head with extensive experience in CBSE schools and French as a Foreign Language (FLE) education. Experienced in teaching French from Grades 6–10, mentoring students for DELF, French Olympiads and language competitions, and leading departmental academic planning and curriculum implementation. Currently serving as a French Teacher and Grade Coordinator, with additional experience teaching Grade 11 Entrepreneurship.

Strong background in lesson planning, student assessment, remedial education, academic coordination, teacher mentoring, cultural activities and student engagement. Additionally qualified in Human Resource Management, with prior corporate experience as a Junior HR professional at Aircel Corporate Office.

French Teacher | Grade Coordinator – Grade 9 | Entrepreneurship Teacher - The Study L'École Internationale

(2017-04)

• Teach French as a Second/Third Language for Grades 6–10 in accordance with the CBSE curriculum.
• Plan and deliver structured lessons developing students' listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar and vocabulary skills.
• Prepare lesson plans, worksheets, assessments, question papers, remedial materials and learning resources.
• Integrate Smart Class, digital resources and activity-based learning to improve student engagement.
• Mentor and prepare students for DELF, French Olympiads, language competitions and cultural activities.
• Coordinate French exhibitions, cultural programmes, exchange programmes and inter-school events.
• Teach Entrepreneurship for Grade 11, covering entrepreneurial competencies, business ideas, innovation, opportunity identification and the entrepreneurial journey.
• Conduct case studies, group activities, presentations and experiential learning activities for Entrepreneurship students.
• Serve as Grade Coordinator for Grade 9, coordinating academic and administrative matters involving students, parents and teachers.
• Monitor students' academic progress, attendance, discipline and overall development.
• Coordinate with subject teachers, parents and school leadership to address student requirements and support effective academic planning.
• Provide remedial teaching, enrichment activities and individual academic guidance.
• Contribute to school competitions, projects, events and co-curricular programmes.

French Teacher | Head of French Department - Achariya Bala Siksha Mandir

(2014-02 - 2017-03)

• Headed the French Department, overseeing academic planning, curriculum implementation and departmental activities.
• Taught French for Grades 6–10 in accordance with the CBSE curriculum.
• Prepared and implemented lesson plans, assessments, question papers, worksheets and remedial programmes.
• Monitored student performance and implemented strategies to improve French language proficiency and learning outcomes.
• Mentored and guided French teachers in lesson planning, assessment and departmental responsibilities.
• Planned and conducted French Olympiads, DELF preparation, language competitions and cultural activities.
• Coordinated French exhibitions, theatre programmes, exchange programmes and inter-school activities.
• Integrated digital tools, Smart Class resources and activity-based learning into French instruction.
• Maintained academic records and prepared departmental reports, academic plans and performance analyses.
• Promoted French language and Francophone culture through classroom and co-curricular activities.

French Teacher - Alpha Matriculation School

(2012-01 - 2014-01)

• Planned and delivered French language lessons appropriate to students' learning levels.
• Developed students' core French language skills through structured classroom activities.
• Prepared learning materials, assessments and classroom activities.
• Supported students through individual academic guidance and language development.

Week-End Professor – French as a Foreign Language (FLE) - L'Alliance Française de Pondichéry

(2012-01 - 2017-08)

• Conducted French as a Foreign Language (FLE) classes for children, adolescents and adults.
• Taught French at CEFR A1–A2 levels using communicative and interactive methodologies.
• Developed students' listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
• Prepared teaching materials, worksheets and classroom activities.
• Conducted assessments and monitored learner progress.
• Maintained attendance records and learner follow-up.
• Provided additional academic support to learners.
• Prepared students for DELF/DALF and other French-language examinations, where applicable.
• Conducted conversation, pronunciation, grammar and cultural activities.
• Integrated French and Francophone culture into classroom teaching.
• Participated in pedagogical meetings and prepared/upgraded pedagogical and examination resources.

Junior HR - Aircel Corporate Office

(2004-04 - 2007-08)

• Assisted with recruitment and selection activities.
• Coordinated interview schedules, candidate communication and documentation.
• Maintained employee records and HR databases.
• Assisted with joining formalities, onboarding and induction.
• Supported preparation of HR reports and administrative documents.
• Assisted with attendance, leave and employee-related documentation.
• Coordinated with departments regarding employee queries and HR requirements.
• Supported employee engagement activities and internal communication.
• Assisted the HR team in implementing company policies and procedures.
• Provided general HR and administrative support to the corporate office.

Master of Business Administration - Human Resource Management - Pondicherry University (2025-05)

Master of Arts - French - Pondicherry University (2004-07)

Bachelor of Arts - French - Pondicherry University (2001-07)

Higher Secondary (+2) - Government Girls Higher Secondary School (1999-03)

Secondary School - St. Joseph of Cluny Matriculation School (1997-03)