Salmankhan M A

Mission-driven early-learning specialist with ~4.5 years of experience in early learning EdTech, curriculum design, academic quality control, parent engagement, and student retention. Skilled in blending pedagogy with operations to deliver structured, joyful learning journeys for young learners (early childhood). Proven track record in scaling programs, driving retention (52–56%), enabling teachers, and facilitating parent-facing communication.

Passionate about shaping early-learning experiences that build strong foundations for lifelong learning.

Educator & Content Strategist - Mathematics at Physicswallah (Curious Junior) (2025-01 – Present)

• Plan and design short-term courses aligned with school curriculum and foundational math for early learners.
• Deliver live classes integrating modern tools to enhance engagement.
• Shape lesson design aligned with foundational learning goals.
• Lead weekly short-term → long-term program conversion efforts, consistently achieving 7–9% weekly conversions.
• Ideate and produce short-form and long-form educational content for Curious Junior app and social media.

Master teacher & Academic Strategist - Mathematics at Pigeon Education Technology Private Limited [ODA Class] (2022-01 – 2025-01)

• Delivered 1500+ live sessions and designed engaging math curriculum for Grades 1–5, serving as both Master Teacher and one of the core members, SPOC for K–5 academic delivery and student–parent engagement.
• Led three major retention programs, driving 52–56% retention (AY 24–25), significantly outperforming the K–10 segment.
• Directed live commerce operations and achieved 6–9% weekly conversion from short-term to long-term programs by leveraging academic storytelling and student-parent insights.
• Guided a 30 member team on an education-first approach, training them on pedagogical needs of early learners and ensuring consistent academic outcomes.
• Conducted structured faculty training, curriculum audits, and session-quality reviews to maintain high academic standards and consistent learning experiences.
• Built a strong parent & student community for Grades 1-5, successfully improving course attendance and continuous trust.

Market Research Associate at Amazon (2021-01 – 2022-01)

• Applied analytical skills to support market research initiatives, building a foundation in data-driven insights.

M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics & Computing – MAHE Manipal (2025)

B.Sc. in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry – University of Mysore (2019)