Prakash Sharma
Educator
Seechurn
Summary
I am a flexible and organised educator professional with more than 20 years of teaching experience. I have the talent of employing effective teaching strategies that help to keep my students engaged in a fun and conducive learning environment. I encourage open mindedness. I maintain excellent rapport with students, staff members, and parents to contribute to the school community. My first language is Mauritian Creole but I am equally proficient in the following languages: English, French and Hindi.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mathematics Teacher (British Curriculum, CIE and IBO)
Le Bocage International School
01.2010 - Current
- I teach higher and standard level Mathematics, Calculus and Statistics (IBDP Curriculum) to Year 12 and 13 students
- I also teach IBMYP and IGCSE curriculum to Grade 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 students and prepare them for the International Baccalaureate examination in Grade 12 and 13
- I offer lunch-time, after-school and weekends tutoring to help struggling students to improve with their critical thinking and problem solving skills
- I have assisted work colleagues with classroom management
- I am currently the Form/Year Coordinator (FC) of the Form 3 (Grade 9) cohort, where I am responsible for the pastoral care of these students and have six form teachers working under my supervision.
Head of the Mathematics Department
DAV College (PSEA- Private Secondary Education Authority)
08.2007 - 11.2009
- I was the Head of the Mathematics Department at that school
- I taught Mathematics to students aged 11 to 18 years old and of different abilities
- I taught the British Curriculum for Key Stage 3, 4 and 5, Cambridge Board (CIE)
- As the Head of Maths I was responsible for a team of 7 subject teachers, guiding them with matters relating to departmental and school policy
- Furthermore, I had to ensure that parents are kept informed, both formally and informally, of their children's progress
- I was also involved in taking part in Head Of Department, Senior Management and any other meetings and decision making processes, especially matters relating to the formation of academic policy.
Deputy Head of Mathematics
Ernest Bevin College
09.2002 - 07.2007
- I taught Mathematics to students of mixed abilities in Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5
- I also taught Further Mathematics to A level Students
- I implemented pre-planned lessons in a stimulating manner, which facilitated all styles of learners and promoted active participation
- I maintained a focus and well-disciplined learning environment, ensuring maximum productivity and efficiency
- I liaised with other teachers and administration to resolve ongoing behavioural issues of a particular student; implemented modification strategies and outlined consequences to help students be focused and engaged
- In addition, I was the deputy Head of Mathematics where I was responsible for KS4 and KS5 curriculum, and resources for the whole department.
Education
MSc in Educational Administration and Technology -
University of Technology
12.2010
PGCE (Secondary) Mathematics -
University of Wolverhampton
07.2002
BSc. (Hons.) Mathematics -
North London University
07.2001
Higher School Certificate - GCE A Level (Cambridge Board) -
Imperial Private Secondary School
12.1992
School Certificate - GCE O Level (Cambridge Board) -
Imperial Private Secondary School
12.1989
Skills
- Technology Integration
- Creative Questioning
- Creative Lesson Planning
- Student Motivation
- Team Teaching Approach
- Classroom Management Assessment Tools (Managebac)
- Performance Assessments
- Critical Thinking
- Use of Interactive White Board
- Google Suit
Accomplishments
I have built on my skills of teaching Mathematics, Statistics and Mechanics at IGCSE, A Level, IBMYP and IBDP level (Maths Studies, Maths Standard & Maths Higher Levels). As a team member of different institutions I have been working for so far, I have contributed to the improvement in the school results at IGCSE, IBMYP, IBDP and A Level (Cambridge).
Professional Development
- Online courses for IB Curriculum
- - IB MYP - Introduction of MYP Curriculum (April 2010)
- - IB DP - New Maths SL Curriculum, first exam 2014 (Nov 2012)
- - IB DP - Extended Essay (May 2013)
- - IB MYP - Assessment (February 2019)
- Residential and face-to-face Workshop
- - Category 2 - Maths HL workshop (April 2014, Dubai)
- - IBMYP - Personal Project (February 2015, Mauritius)
- - IBMYP - Managing Mathematics Assessment in MYP (February 2016, Mauritius)
- - IBDP - Extended Essay the new curriculum, First examination in May 2017 (February 2017, Mauritius)
- - IBMYP - Mathematics: Managing assessment in the MYP Category 3 (March 2018, Mauritius)
- - IBDP - Mathematics Application & Interpretation: Delivering the new curriculum (June 2019, Mauritius)
- IBDP Examiner (IBO Examiner Number: 091562) & Cambridge CIE
- - Mathematics Analysis & Approaches Higher Level - Paper 1 since 2011
- - Moderator for Internal assessment of Mathematics Analysis & Approaches Higher Level
- - Examiner for Additional Mathematics P1 (IGCSE)
Degree
BSc (Hons) Mathematics (UK), PGCE (UK) and MSc (Mauritius)
Landline
+230 2492302
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/13/1971
- Nationality: Mauritian
- Driving License: Full and Clear
References
- Shekar Dewoo, Principal for Pastoral and Student Support, shekar.dewoo@lebocage.net
- Cathie Wong, Head of Mathematics Department, cathie.wong@lebocage.net
Hobbies and Interests
Cooking has been my passion since childhood and I love cooking for my family and friends. I watch and play basketball, cricket and football occasionally. My other interests are playing table tennis and chess. Also, I enjoy watching movies at the cinema theatre, having friends and family over at my place for a feast, reading books, surfing the net, practising yoga and travelling the world.
Timeline
Mathematics Teacher (British Curriculum, CIE and IBO)
Le Bocage International School
01.2010 - Current
Head of the Mathematics Department
DAV College (PSEA- Private Secondary Education Authority)
08.2007 - 11.2009
Deputy Head of Mathematics
Ernest Bevin College
09.2002 - 07.2007
MSc in Educational Administration and Technology -
University of Technology
PGCE (Secondary) Mathematics -
University of Wolverhampton
BSc. (Hons.) Mathematics -
North London University
Higher School Certificate - GCE A Level (Cambridge Board) -
Imperial Private Secondary School
School Certificate - GCE O Level (Cambridge Board) -
Imperial Private Secondary School
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