Hi, I’m
Namrata Lund
Teacher
Summary
Passionate teacher skilled in implementing effective instruction and fostering inquiry skills for a global perspective. Expert in managing classrooms, promoting positive behaviour and building caring relationships. Confidently delivers personalized support with a blend of traditional and modern methods.
Overview
21
years of professional experience
1
Certificate
Work History
Bilkent Erzurum Laboratory School
Elementary School Teacher
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Created and revised new PYP units of inquiry with the co-teacher and PYP coordinator for Grades 1, 2, and 4.
- Collaborated with a Turkish-speaking teacher, every year, to teach a bilingual program.
- Created an environment that modeled IBPYP attributes.
- Used a wide range of approaches to scaffold instruction to maximize student learning.
- Strengthened students' speaking, listening, grammar, and writing skills through comprehensive instructional strategies that allowed students to practice and grow their skills in a nurturing environment.
- Increased reading levels every year; effectively scaffolded lessons to accommodate lower reading and language levels.
- Actively took part in school committees, after-school clubs, CAS to advance the mission of the school.
- Taught Prep summer school and Saturday lessons to support language development of older students.
- Took an active role in the PYP authorization journey and CIS accreditation process.
The International School Bangalore
Pre-KG, Grade 1 & PY ICT Teacher
02.2003 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Tailored lesson plans for different learning styles, considering the objectives of the IBPYP framework and the 'Cambridge Primary Programme' in all subjects
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Developed key ICT skills in a range of applications including word processing, computer graphics, databases, spreadsheets, presentations, and issues such as internet safety.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by demonstrating professionalism, collaboration, and a strong work ethic.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, CAS and community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
The International School Bangalore
Boarding Housemistress and Head of Girls' Boarding
08.2007 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Pastoral care to the girls in the boarding house. On average supervised the well-being of about 115 girls (10-18 years) in the boarding, per academic year
- Proven guidance and counseling skills and could balance between being a friend and figure of authority.
- Stimulated inter-cultural tolerance between different peer groups
- Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental problems and reported them
- Assisted students with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Administration of the boarding house - housekeeping, work orders, staff duty rosters, and schedules for students.
Education
Liverpool John Moores UniversityLiverpool, UK
Master of Arts from Leadership in Education
12.2024
Bilkent UniversityAnkara, Turkey
Master of Arts from Curriculum and Instruction
09.2022
Indira Gandhi National Open UniversityNew Delhi, India
Bachelor of Arts from Education
12.2013
Mumbai UniversityMumbai, India
Diploma from Early Childhood Care and Education
04.1998
Bharathiar UniversityCoimbatore, India
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
04.1996
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Asynchronous Teaching
- Scaffolded Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Highly Dependable
- Safety Awareness
- Technology Integration
- Google Workspace
- ManageBac
- CIS Curriculum Domain
- Social Committee
- 15th Year Committee
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
Bilkent Erzurum Laboratory School
09.2018 - Current
Boarding Housemistress and Head of Girls' Boarding
The International School Bangalore
08.2007 - 08.2018
Pre-KG, Grade 1 & PY ICT Teacher
The International School Bangalore
02.2003 - 08.2018
Liverpool John Moores University
Master of Arts from Leadership in Education
Bilkent University
Master of Arts from Curriculum and Instruction
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Bachelor of Arts from Education
Mumbai University
Diploma from Early Childhood Care and Education
Bharathiar University
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
Certification
- TEFL - TESOL Certification - April 2019
Publication & Appearances
Namrata Lund, Impact of divorce on a child in the classroom, Ankara, Turkey, International Journal of Education Technology and Science, 1(3) (2021) 30-42