Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Non Profit Work
Personal Information
Timeline
Teacher
Anvita Zutshi

Anvita Zutshi

Dubai

Summary

YALLA Amazing Teacher Award Winner 2021, Tenured educator and IB Assistant Examiner, English language trainer. Co-authored "Together with English Literature" - Asia's top seller ICSE books.Creative and motivated leader adept at providing leadership and vision to accomplish complex projects, possessing strong communication and problem-solving skills, exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results and exceeding expectations.Proven track record of successfully training teachers to deliver curriculum and excellent pedagogical practices and holistic staff and student development.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Supervisor, Secondary Stage

Amity School Dubai (CBSE)
03.2023 - Current
  • A key SLT role leading the improvement of teaching standards and improving staff and student development.

Head of Department (English)

Amity School Dubai (CBSE)
01.2023 - Current
  • Led the English department (10 teachers & 600+ students) for the whole school from Grade 1-10 to get a Very Good during DSIB inspections.

Head of House - Pastoral Team

GEMS The Westminster School (British Curriculum)
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Developed strong relationships with students through regular visits, counseling sessions, and guidance on behaviour and well being.
  • Mentored emerging student leaders by providing opportunities for skill development and personal growth within the school structure such as assemblies, Sports day, Awareness programs etc.
  • Championed mental health awareness by organizing educational events featuring guest speakers and expert panelists.
  • Implemented a pastoral care tracking system to ensure consistent follow-up of attendance, behaviour, punctuality and uniform.
  • Managed a team of pastoral care Form Tutors, providing training and support to ensure effective implementation.

Secondary English Teacher and Co-ordinator

GEMS The Westminster School (British Curriculum)
09.2017 - 12.2022
  • Introduced Oxford AQA GCSE English Literature course.

Head of English Department - Senior School

Lancers International School (International Baccalaureate)
07.2013 - 08.2017
  • Led English department (10 teachers & 150 students) and established a positive learning environment by promoting respect, diversity and inclusivity.
  • Gained strong leadership skills by directing and managing school events, Annual Day, and Literacy Programs from start to finish.
  • Adapted teaching practices to meet the diverse needs of all learners, including those with special needs or language barriers.

English Teacher - Senior School

Delhi Public International School (British Curriculum)
03.2009 - 06.2013
  • Introduced Literature course as part of the curriculum drawing on the passion of children and by building consensus among Parents & Teachers alike.

English Teacher - Senior School

The Heritage Xperiential Learning School (International Baccalaureate)
08.2006 - 03.2009
  • Led and mentored a team of new teachers within the department , sharing best practices and offering guidance on effective teaching methods.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their homework.
  • Served as an advisor for extracurricular clubs or organizations, contributing to the overall development of well-rounded students.

Education

Education Leadership Programme -

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, India
07.2023 - 4 2024

Bachelor in Education (English) -

Central Institute of Education, Delhi University, Delhi, India

Masters in Philosophy- English - undefined

Annamalai University, TN, India
09.2005 - 7 2006

Masters of Arts (English) - undefined

Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, Delhi, India
06.2005 - 7 2007

Bachelor of Arts (English) - undefined

Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, Delhi, India
07.2002 - 4 2004

Skills

Problem-Solving

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Non Profit Work

  • Roots Foundation, Experiential learning curriculum consultant, 01/2008, 07/2017
  • TEDxYouth@TWSDUBAI, Organiser, 08/2017, Now
  • Career Ahead Magazine, Writer and Support Editor, 01/2020, Now

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 09/10/81

Timeline

Education Leadership Programme -

Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, India
07.2023 - 4 2024

Supervisor, Secondary Stage

Amity School Dubai (CBSE)
03.2023 - Current

Head of Department (English)

Amity School Dubai (CBSE)
01.2023 - Current

Head of House - Pastoral Team

GEMS The Westminster School (British Curriculum)
01.2021 - 12.2022

Secondary English Teacher and Co-ordinator

GEMS The Westminster School (British Curriculum)
09.2017 - 12.2022

Head of English Department - Senior School

Lancers International School (International Baccalaureate)
07.2013 - 08.2017

English Teacher - Senior School

Delhi Public International School (British Curriculum)
03.2009 - 06.2013

English Teacher - Senior School

The Heritage Xperiential Learning School (International Baccalaureate)
08.2006 - 03.2009

Masters in Philosophy- English - undefined

Annamalai University, TN, India
09.2005 - 7 2006

Masters of Arts (English) - undefined

Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, Delhi, India
06.2005 - 7 2007

Bachelor of Arts (English) - undefined

Lady Shri Ram College, Delhi University, Delhi, India
07.2002 - 4 2004

Bachelor in Education (English) -

Central Institute of Education, Delhi University, Delhi, India
Anvita Zutshi