Narmada K.

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS :
Certified and Trained in

Search and Teach program Offered by the National Institute for Learning Development (NILD).
Enrichment program for children from kindergarten through grade two. Helps identify potential learning difficulties and then sets up an intervention program to address those issues.

Pearson Clinical & Talent Assessment on DST-J (Dyslexia Screening Test-Junior) and Ravens CPM & CVS.
It includes Administration, Scoring and Result Interpretation to assess non-verbal and verbal aspects of general ability in children

Certified Cogmed Program Coach
Cogmed Working Memory Training is an online, coach supported solution for attention problems caused by poor working memory. It improves attention, academic performance and behavior in children.

WORKING EXPERIENCE :
-Conducted Six months case studies to evaluate students from Present Level of Academic Achievement in Alpha ICSE and Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Chennai, India 2000-2001

-Special Educator in Help child, a Centre for Learning Disabilities - for two years with a Clinical Neurological Psychologist, Chennai, India 2000-2001

Special Educator in FIVE Incorporate a Pediatric Therapy Center, Chennai, India from 2000- 2001

-Special Educator in V-Excel Educational Trust, a Centre for Special Students Chennai, India, 2014- 2015

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

-Handled children with general behavioral issues, ADHD, Autism, Emotional disturbance or mood swings, delayed in cognitive perceptual skills, Delayed in language and communication, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Sensory processing disorder.

-Provided consultation, assessment, skilled at interpreting assessment results, diagnose therapy, implementing action plans, collaborating with others, and counseling to families of children.

-Worked one-on-one with students and in small groups provided remedial instruction on needed subject areas for children with specific learning disabilities.

-Design developmentally appropriate lessons to address IEP goals and support student learning in inclusive environments. Provide necessary classroom effective measures by enhancing their attention.

-Adapt curriculum to teach Basic Skills English, Basic Skills Mathematics, Biology, and Social Studies to students with Intellectual Disabilities

RESPONSIBILITIES

-Maintained a positive learning environment by implementing behavioral management strategies
-Assume full responsibility for general/special education, providing continuity and enhancement of the leaning process.
-Utilize a hands-on approach towards teaching combining projects, reports, plays, and discussion into all core subject areas including gym, music, and art.
-Assess student’s knowledge and skills to determine their strengths and needs.
-Expert in modifying lessons and teaching strategies to meet students needs.
-Guiding the students on various arts as well as developing the creativity of students.