Almas Shaikh
Passionate educator and academic leader committed to creating equitable, engaging, and student-centered learning experiences
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Passionate educator and academic leader committed to creating equitable, engaging, and student-centered learning experiences. Experienced in teacher training, school partnerships, and experiential STEM/STEAM education.
Experience
Training Lead / Program Manager - Tan90 Organization - Mumbai
(2024-06 - 2026-03)
- Led training programs across 12 schools in Mumbai and maintained strong relationships with school leaders and government stakeholders.
- Set up and monitored STEM/STEAM labs and maker spaces in partner schools.
- Conducted in-person and virtual teacher training sessions, including YouTube Live sessions for teachers.
- Planned and executed school visits, data collection, and program monitoring.
- Supported science events, curriculum implementation, lesson planning, and assessments.
- Assisted the content team with translation of assessments and activity manuals.
Science Teacher - Teach For India - Mumbai
(2022-05 - 2024-05)
- Taught Science to 142 students at Holy Star English High School.
- Achieved 85% distinction results through differentiated instruction and extra classes.
- Ensured 100% student participation in Science exhibitions for the first time.
- Selected nationally for the Aspiring School Leadership Track (ASLT).
- Facilitated international STEM workshops and led student research projects.
- Raised INR 7 lakhs to clear 100% student fee dues.
Volunteer - Aseema Education Trust - Mumbai
(2020-01 - 2021-12)
- Designed remedial lesson plans for Grade 8 Science, resulting in 20% learning growth.
- Assisted in planning and executing sports day events for 300 students.
Education
Bachelor of Education - B.Ed - Rizvi College, Mumbai University (2021)
Master of Science - M.Sc - Bhavan's College, Mumbai University (2019)
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc - Bhavan's College, Mumbai University (2017)
