Dr. Chitra Soman
Sharjah,UAE
Summary
Knowledgeable about English literature and linguistics with strong analytical and communication skills. Offering classroom management experience, curriculum development, and student engagement techniques. Ready to use and develop research, teaching, and mentoring skills in an academician role.
Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Assistant professor of English
SD College
Allapuzha, India
2022.06 - 2026.03
- Participated in faculty meetings to contribute towards departmental growth and improvement.
- Ensured course objectives were met by consistently reviewing and updating curriculum content.
- Fostered an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Mentored students on their academic progress and career prospects in English literature.
- Assisted in organising literary events and workshops to enhance students' practical knowledge.
- Undertook administrative duties such as scheduling classes and maintaining student records.
- Engaged actively in scholarly activities including publishing research papers in reputed journals.
- Enhanced students' understanding of English literature by preparing and delivering engaging lectures.
Head & Assistant Professor of English
Naipunnya School of Management
Allapuzha, India
2017.06 - 2019.03
- Achieved a high level of student satisfaction with consistent delivery of quality education.
- Conducted extensive research to stay abreast of latest developments in English literature.
- Promoted active learning through group discussions, debates, and critical analysis sessions within class hours.
- Engaged actively in scholarly activities including publishing research papers in reputed journals.
- Mentored students on their academic progress and career prospects in English literature.
- Encouraged creativity amongst students by assigning thought-provoking projects and assignments related to English literature themes.
Assistant professor of English
SVNCE College of Engineering
Allapuzha, India
2014.06 - 2017.03
- Developed comprehensive syllabi, ensuring alignment with academic standards.
- Worked closely with department head to address any challenges or issues faced during the semester.
- Evaluated students' performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Undertook administrative duties such as scheduling classes and maintaining student records.
- Fostered an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Collaborated with colleagues for the development of innovative teaching methodologies.
Assistant professor of English
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
Kollam, India
2010.06 - 2011.03
- Ensured course objectives were met by consistently reviewing and updating curriculum content.
- Engaged actively in scholarly activities including publishing research papers in reputed journals.
- Promoted active learning through group discussions, debates, and critical analysis sessions within class hours.
- Assisted in organising literary events and workshops to enhance students' practical knowledge.
Assistant professor of English
Fatima Mata National College
Kollam, India
2009.06 - 2010.03
- Worked closely with department head to address any challenges or issues faced during the semester.
- Conducted extensive research to stay abreast of latest developments in English literature.
- Fostered an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Assisted in organising literary events and workshops to enhance students' practical knowledge.
- Collaborated with other faculties for interdisciplinary courses, broadening the scope of learning for students.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - English
NICHE
IndiaMaster of Philosophy - English
BHARATIYAR UNIVERSITY
IndiaMaster of Arts - English
ANNA MALAI UNIVERSITY
IndiaSkills
- English Language & Literature
- Academic Writing
- Online course development
- Research Methodology
- Student Mentoring
- Assessment
- Research Publications
- MS Office
- Educational Technology
- Digital Learning Tools
- Competence in linguistics
- University lecturing
- Group work coordination
- Exam marking
- Contemporary literature understanding
- Literary analysis
- Innovative teaching
- Student engagement
- Academic mentoring
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Tamil
Intermediate
Malayalam
Native
References
Available upon request
Research & Publications
Scopus, Web of Science, UGC CARE publications; book chapter; multiple international conference presentations.
Professional Development
Faculty Development Programmes, workshops and seminars in research methodology, teaching excellence and academic publishing.
Academic Experience
- Assistant Professor, S.D. College (2022–2026)
- Assistant Professor, Fatima Mata National College
- Assistant Professor, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
- Assistant Professor, SVNCE College of Engineering
- Head & Assistant Professor, Naipunnya School of Management
- PGT English Teacher, Vidyadhiraja Vidyapeetom Central School
Accomplishments
Won Accolades from International Rotary club for the academic performances and professional experiences as an Educator.
Certification
PAPER PUBLISHING
- UGC CARELISTED RECOMMENDED BY HIGHER EDUCATION OF INDIA
- Published Paper Titled Aesthetic Philosophy of a Mother in Terry McMillan’s Mama: A Cultural Approach in the Journal of The Gujarat Research Society / Vol 21 No 10 (2019)
- Published a Paper Titled Black Ethnicity and Theory of Mother Work in Select Novels of Toni Morrison in IJELLH Volume 1, February 2019
- Published a Paper Titled Motherhood Priorities During Times of Slavery in Tathapi Vol.19 Issue 18 May 2020 Impact factor 5.60
PUBLISHING UNDER SCOPUS INDEXED JOURNALS
- Paper titled Discords of Mother –Daughter bond in Toni Morrison’s Sula in International Journal of Psychosocial Rehabilitation volume 24 issue 3 February 2020
- Racial discourse in Bluest Eye and God Help the Child Open Access in International journal of Recent Technology and Engineering IJRTE VOL -8 ISSUE IC2 May 2019
- Features of Aestheticism in Terry McMillian’s Mama: A Cultural Analysis in Journal of Advanced Research in Dynamical and Control Systems volume 11 special issue 11.
- JOURNALS UNDER WEB OF SCIENCE
- Paper Titled Odyssey of Slave Mothers in Lalita Tademy’s Cane River in Linguistica Antverpiensia Volume 2021: Issue 1March 2021.
- CONTRIBUTION IN RESEARCH BOOKS -Book Titled Arts and Social Studies Research. Chapter 9 Vol. 2 Print ISBN: 978- 93- 90149-63-6, eBook ISBN: 978-93-90149-10-0, Racial Discourse in Bluest Eye and God Help the Child: An Overview * DOI: 10.9734/bpi/assr/v2
SEMINARS: NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL
- Presented a paper titled The Roaninish: Legend of Simple life with Complicated Mind. In Two Day International Seminar on Nautical Literature organized by Dept. of English, Nanjil Catholic College of Arts and Science in 3&4 August 2018
- Presented a paper titled Language of Maternal world in the writings of Black Women in the Three day National Seminar on English and Multilingualism in India: Problems, Polemics and Perspectives by Dept. of Colligate Education and B.J.M Govt. College, Chavara held on 27th, 28th of January 2020
- Presented a paper titled: A Discourse on Inseparable identities Language and Culture at the Govt. of Kerala sponsored 3-day International Seminar on Language and Community: Reclaiming the Lost Democratic Spaces on 13,14 and 15 December 2018
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant professor of English
SD College
2022.06 - 2026.03
Head & Assistant Professor of English
Naipunnya School of Management
2017.06 - 2019.03
Assistant professor of English
SVNCE College of Engineering
2014.06 - 2017.03
Assistant professor of English
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
2010.06 - 2011.03
Assistant professor of English
Fatima Mata National College
2009.06 - 2010.03
Doctor of Philosophy - English
NICHE
Master of Philosophy - English
BHARATIYAR UNIVERSITY
Master of Arts - English
ANNA MALAI UNIVERSITY