Ila Srivastava

Visionary and results-driven educational leader with over 18 years of experience in school leadership, academic administration, curriculum planning, faculty development, and institutional growth across India and Malaysia. Proven expertise in establishing and leading schools from inception, securing CBSE Affiliation, implementing CBSE and Cambridge curricula, and building high-performing academic teams. Recognized for strategic leadership, operational excellence, quality assurance, stakeholder engagement, and fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Adept at leading multicultural teams, driving academic excellence, strengthening governance systems, and creating learner-centred educational environments aligned with national and international standards. Prior to entering education, gained five years of corporate experience that strengthened leadership, communication, customer relationship management, organizational planning, and team management skills.

Founder Principal - Ravenwood International School - Abohar

(2023-03)

Provide strategic leadership for all academic, administrative, and operational functions of the institution.

• Established the school from inception, developing systems, structures, and academic processes.
• Successfully secured CBSE Affiliation through strategic planning and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Lead curriculum implementation in alignment with CBSE guidelines and NEP 2020.
• Recruit, mentor, supervise, and evaluate faculty and administrative staff.
• Develop annual academic calendars, examination schedules, and institutional policies.
• Oversee admissions, budgeting support, infrastructure planning, and school operations.
• Build collaborative relationships with parents, management, regulatory authorities, and community stakeholders.
• Promote holistic education integrating academics, sports, performing arts, life skills, and values education.
• Drive continuous school improvement through data-informed decision-making and quality assurance initiatives.

Head of English Department & Senior School Coordinator - Delhi Public School - Chhatarpur

(2022-01 - 2023-06)

• Led the English Department and coordinated Senior Secondary academic programmes.
• Supervised lesson planning, curriculum implementation, and classroom observations.
• Conducted faculty development programmes focused on instructional excellence.
• Mentored teachers to improve pedagogy, classroom management, and student achievement.
• Coordinated assessments, examinations, and academic planning.

Academic Coordinator & Boarding House Mistress - The Sagar School - Rajasthan

(2017-01 - 2022-12)

• Coordinated Middle School academic programmes and curriculum implementation.
• Monitored teaching quality through lesson observations and academic reviews.
• Led faculty mentoring and professional development initiatives.
• Managed student welfare, pastoral care, and residential life.
• Served as AFS Coordinator for international student exchange programmes.
• Organized leadership camps, co-curricular programmes, and student enrichment activities.
• Strengthened communication between students, parents, faculty, and school leadership.

Head of Department – Mathematics - Sacred Souls' School - Chandigarh

(2016-01 - 2017-12)

• Led the Mathematics Department and strengthened curriculum delivery.
• Mentored teachers and monitored instructional quality.
• Improved student engagement through innovative teaching strategies.
• Coordinated departmental planning, assessments, and academic reviews.

Science Teacher - G.D. Goenka International School - Sonipat

(2015-01 - 2016-12)

• Delivered engaging Science lessons using inquiry-based and experiential learning approaches.
• Integrated technology into classroom instruction and student assessment.
• Supported interdisciplinary learning initiatives and co-curricular programmes.

English Teacher (Cambridge Curriculum) - Tenby School Perak - Malaysia

(2007-01 - 2013-12)

• Delivered Cambridge curriculum in an international multicultural environment.
• Designed engaging lessons promoting critical thinking, communication, and creativity.
• Participated in curriculum planning, assessments, and school improvement initiatives.
• Collaborated with international faculty to enhance teaching and learning practices.

Corporate Professional - Convergys (AT&T Process)

Worked for five years in the corporate sector with responsibilities including customer relationship management, communication, quality assurance, training support, and team coordination. This experience strengthened leadership, organizational planning, stakeholder management, and operational efficiency.

B.Sc. (Honours) - Chemistry - University of Delhi

Bachelor of Education - Mathematics, Science & English

Master's Degree - Psychology

Master's Degree - English

Master's Degree - Environmental Education

Diploma - Public Relations