Shiv Khator

A visionary Principal and Head of School with 24+ years of progressive experience in whole-school transformation, academic governance, Cambridge and IBDP programme implementation, CBSE academic systems, NEP-aligned pedagogy, faculty development, assessment quality assurance, compliance, parent trust and institutional growth. Distinguished by rare dual credibility as a school leader and global assessment professional - IB Team Leader/Moderator and Cambridge Assessment Specialist - enabling institution-wide systems to be benchmarked against rigorous international standards while sustaining the values, discipline and operational strength expected in the Indian school ecosystem.

Principal at Delhi Public School TajCity (2024-09 – Present)

• Strategic Vision, SIP & Governance: Define the School Improvement Plan, present progress to management and translate vision into measurable academic, operational and cultural priorities.
• Multi-Curriculum Academic Leadership: Lead Cambridge-aligned delivery while strengthening CBSE/national curriculum readiness, assessment quality, NEP-aligned pedagogy and vertical progression.
• Academic Quality Assurance: Monitor lesson planning, classroom practice, question-paper standards, result analysis, remediation and evidence-based instructional improvement.
• Teacher Performance & Capacity Building: Drive recruitment, induction, observation cycles, appraisal, mentoring, professional development and accountability-linked growth targets.
• Pastoral Care, Inclusion & Safeguarding: Institutionalize positive discipline, student welfare, child protection, SEN support, counselling systems and a safe, inclusive campus culture.
• Operations, Compliance & Risk Management: Oversee budgeting, resources, transport safety, emergency preparedness, legal/regulatory compliance and day-to-day campus systems.
• Admissions, Parent Partnership & Brand Positioning: Strengthen parent trust, community engagement, communication systems, admissions outreach and the school's public reputation.

HOS (Cambridge), IC Head of Mathematics, IBDP & IGCSE Mathematics Facilitator at KiiT International School (2021-07 – 2024-09)

• International Curriculum Leadership: Oversaw Cambridge and IBDP curriculum planning, lesson-plan review, academic resources and assessment alignment across relevant programmes.
• Assessment & Examination Oversight: Managed Cambridge and IB assessment systems, ensuring compliance, standardization, invigilation readiness and assessment integrity.
• Student Achievement & Pathways: Supported high performance in IGCSE and IBDP examinations while contributing to university-placement readiness and learner progression.
• Teacher Development: Mentored teachers, conducted observations, delivered feedback and led professional learning to strengthen pedagogy and classroom impact.
• Community Engagement: Organized parent orientations, PTAs, annual concerts and academic events to strengthen collaboration and confidence among stakeholders.
• Operational Leadership: Contributed to budgeting, resource planning, school safety, infrastructure improvement and strategic institutional development.

HOS (Cambridge & IB) and CAIE Exam Officer at Sangam School of Excellence (2008-04 – 2021-06)

• Programme Development: Led academic planning for IB and Cambridge programmes, maintaining curriculum records, academic calendars and delivery systems aligned to standards.
• Authorization & Review Readiness: Contributed to IB authorization, 5- and 10-year review processes, Cambridge IGCSE and Cambridge programme affiliation systems.
• Instructional Quality Assurance: Verified lesson plans, observed classes, reviewed secondary lesson plans and provided timely developmental feedback to teachers.
• Assessment Moderation: Led preparation, review and moderation of internal assessments to ensure fairness, consistency, reliability and alignment with learning objectives.
• Examination Administration: Administered IBDP, Cambridge and SAT examinations with a strong focus on compliance, confidentiality, invigilator training and examination integrity.
• Inclusive & Innovative Practice: Organized workshops on support programmes and special education while applying innovative strategies to enhance learner engagement and outcomes.

PGT and HOD Mathematics at Greenvalley Sr. Sec. School (2007-04 – 2008-03)

• Led Mathematics curriculum planning, teacher support and student engagement for academic excellence.
• Served as Examination In-Charge and Timetable In-Charge, supporting disciplined academic operations and fair assessment processes.

PGT and HOD Mathematics at Nimawat Public School (2005-04 – 2007-03)

• Managed examination systems, timetabling and inter-house activities while promoting teamwork, participation and school spirit.
• Led Mathematics instruction and departmental planning to strengthen student learning and academic accountability.

PGT and HOD Mathematics at LA Singhania Educational Academy (2004-07 – 2005-03)

• Handled examination and timetable responsibilities alongside Mathematics departmental leadership.

TGT and HOD Mathematics at Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya (2003-05 – 2004-06)

• Contributed to Mathematics instruction, departmental coordination and student learning development.

TGT and HOD Mathematics at Shree Jee Public Senior Secondary School (2001-07 – 2003-06)

• Built early leadership experience in Mathematics teaching, departmental planning and academic coordination.

Team Leader, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches Question Paper 1 at International Baccalaureate (2022-01 – Present)

• Lead marking supervision, examiner standardization, quality assurance and issue resolution for global assessment consistency.
• Collaborate in marking-scheme development and review examiner feedback to strengthen validity, reliability and fairness.

IBDP Mathematics: Applications and Interpretations HL IA Moderator at International Baccalaureate (2022-09 – Present)

• Moderate Internal Assessments for mathematical rigour, criterion alignment, grading fairness and documentation accuracy.
• Provide professional feedback to support interpretation of assessment standards and best practices.

Predicted Grades Quality Assurance Process Team Member at International Baccalaureate (2021-10 – Present)

• Review predicted grades for consistency, evidence alignment, fairness, data trends and compliance with IB guidelines.

Team Leader, IBDP Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches HL Explorations (IA) at International Baccalaureate (2020-01 – Present)

• Lead a global examiner team, conduct standardization, monitor timelines and oversee quality control for IA marking.

M.Sc. in Mathematics – Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University (2000-06 – 2000-06)

B.Ed. in Mathematics and Chemistry – LMT Teachers Training College (2001-06 – 2001-06)

B.Sc. – Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati University (1998-06 – 1998-06)