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Urmila Pawar
Senior Academic Coordinator | Curriculum Leader | Secondary English & Humanities Educator
Mumbai,MH
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Summary
Dedicated and accomplished education leader with over 26 years of progressive experience in secondary education, curriculum leadership, academic coordination, teacher development, assessment, quality assurance, safeguarding, and school improvement. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum planning, instructional leadership, examination management, NABET accreditation, and mentoring teaching teams to enhance student achievement. Recognised for delivering consistently excellent board examination outcomes, fostering collaborative learning environments, and supporting whole-school improvement. Seeking to contribute as a Senior Academic Coordinator, Curriculum Leader, Head of Department, or Secondary English/Humanities Educator within a forward-thinking international school.
Overview
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Certifications
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Coordinator
MVM Education Campus
06.1999 - Current
- Coordinated program schedules to enhance educational offerings and resource allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives for student engagement and retention.
- Developed training materials and workshops, improving staff capabilities and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and stakeholder expectations.
Senior Academic Coordinator
MVM Education Campus
01.1999 - Current
- Progressively entrusted with the responsibilities of Secondary School Teacher, Academic Supervisor, Academic Coordinator, and Senior Academic Coordinator, reflecting sustained academic leadership and institutional trust.
- Lead curriculum planning, implementation, and academic quality assurance across the secondary section.
- Coordinate assessment planning, examination schedules, curriculum mapping, and academic documentation.
- Mentor and support 10+ teachers through lesson observations, instructional coaching, and professional development.
- Lead NABET accreditation documentation, compliance monitoring, evidence management, and internal quality assurance activities since 2012.
- Monitor student achievement data and implement strategies that support continuous academic improvement.
- Collaborate with school leadership, counsellors, teachers, parents, and stakeholders to promote student wellbeing and educational excellence.
- Contributed to 99–100% Board Examination results across four consecutive academic years.
- Supported 100+ students annually in achieving 75% and above in Board examinations.
- Played a key academic leadership role within a school serving approximately 2,700 students and 60+ teaching and administrative staff.
Assistant Teacher (Secondary Section)
CD Bufriwala School
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Taught English and Social Science subjects to secondary students.
- Planned engaging lessons, classroom assessments, and student-centred learning activities.
- Supported academic and co-curricular programmes while maintaining effective classroom management.
Education
Master of Arts - Education – Principles
Mumbai University
01-2012
Bachelor of Education - English & History
01-1998
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Mumbai University
01-1996
Skills
Academic Leadership
Curriculum Development
Curriculum Mapping
Teacher Coaching & Mentoring
Lesson Observation
Performance Management
Assessment for Learning (AfL)
Student Progress Monitoring
School Improvement Planning
Quality Assurance
NABET Accreditation
Safeguarding & Child Protection
Parent Engagement
Accomplishments
- Over 26 years of progressive experience in teaching and academic leadership.
- Successfully entrusted with multiple academic leadership responsibilities within the same institution.
- NABET Accreditation Coordinator since 2012.
- Achieved 99–100% Board Examination results over four consecutive academic years.
- Supported 100+ students annually in achieving high academic performance.
- Mentored 10+ teachers, promoting professional growth and instructional excellence.
- Recipient of multiple awards recognising excellence in teaching, leadership, and accreditation.
Certification
Professional Graduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning (PGCTL) – Suraasa (2026)
Timeline
Senior Coordinator
MVM Education Campus
06.1999 - Current
Senior Academic Coordinator
MVM Education Campus
01.1999 - Current
Assistant Teacher (Secondary Section)
CD Bufriwala School
01.1998 - 01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - undefined
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Education - English & History
Master of Arts - Education – Principles
Mumbai University
Work Availability
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PROFESSIONAL AWARDS
Inner Wheel Educationist Award for Excellence in Teaching (2024), Best Teacher Award (2015), Excellence in Accreditation Process Award (2014–2015)
Affiliations
- Uraasa – PGCTL Candidate (Professional Graduate Certificate in Teaching & Learning) NABET Accreditation Team (if you actively served as the NABET Coordinator/Quality Assurance lead at your school, this is a professional responsibility rather than a membership)
CURRICULUM & SUBJECT EXPERTISE
- English
- History
- Geography
- Social Studies
- Political Science
- Grades 5–10 | CBSE | Maharashtra State Board
- Professional familiarity with Cambridge IGCSE and International Baccalaureate (IB) educational frameworks through continuous professional development.
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Software
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Leadership,Teamwork,Discipline