Indhumathi Renganathan
Sharjah
Summary
A dedicated and passionate educational leader with extensive experience in promoting inclusive practices and fostering a supportive learning environment for all students. Adept at developing and implementing strategies to ensure the academic success and emotional well-being of diverse student populations, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners and Gifted/talented students.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Inclusion
Dubai Scholars Private School
08.2022 - Current
- Overseeing the day-to-day functioning of the department
- Leading a team of Special educators and Learning Support Assistants, in implementing effective inclusive practices to support the diverse needs of students, resulting in improved academic outcomes and increased student engagement.
- Liaisoning with the admissions team for the admissions of students of determination using appropriate screening tools
- Collaborating with teachers, counselors, and support staff to create individualized education plans (IEPs) and accommodations for students of determination
- Organizing professional development workshops and training sessions for staff/ parents promoting inclusive practices.
- Working closely with the SLTs/MLTs in improving the provisions for the students of determination
School Counsellor/ Head of Inclusion
Credence High School
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Overall, in charge as the inclusion lead, heading a team of special educators and Learning Support Assistants
- Providing strategic direction and development of provision for students with special needs and Gifted/Talented and EAL
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and the Senior Leadership team to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Used data to monitor students' progress and recommend strategies for improvement
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Developed and implemented individualized behavior plans to assist students with achieving academic and behavioral goal
School Counsellor/ G and T Coordinator
GEMS Our Own High School, Sharjah- Boys' Branch
03.2020 - 10.2020
- Involved in the preparation of SEF for pastoral care and inclusion
- Actively involved in handling safeguarding concerns raised, as the Designated Safe-Guarding lead of the School.
- Preparation and implementation of behaviour intervention plan for students with behavioural concerns
- Planned the G and T programme for school - identification, and intervention for Gifted and Talented students
- Conducted Personal counselling sessions – individual / small group , for students with behavioural, social and
- Conducted Career guidance session for high school students
- Conducted well-being workshops for parents and teachers
- Initiated weekly wellbeing tips for all the stakeholders of the school community
Guidance Counsellor/Inclusion Champion
The Oxford School
08.2015 - 10.2019
- Enhanced student emotional well-being by providing individual and group counseling sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Promoted mental health awareness among staff members through training programs on topics such as stress management, self-care, and recognizing warning signs in students.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to identify areas of need within the school population, leading to targeted interventions and support services.
- Collaborated with teachers and other school personnel to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
Education
PG Certificate - Inclusion And Special Needs
University of Birmingham
United Kingdom10.2020
M.SW - Medical And Psychiatric Social Work
University of Madras
Chennai, India05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Plant Biology And Biotechnology
University of Madras
Chennai,India05.2006
Certification
- Makaton Level 1 and 2, Makaton Training obtained (May 2024)
- CPD course in General Learning Difficulties from ICEP, Europe (June 2023)
- RBT Training - 40 hrs training from Pulse Training Centre(August 2024)
- Webinar on Intervention Strategies in Speech and Communication for Nonverbal Children with ASD- 15 hrs Credits, (November 2022)
- ABA level 1 Training from ABTi (September 2017)
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Additional Information
Marital Status - Married
Visa Status- Residence (Sponsored by spouse)
D.O.B - 4.12.1985
Timeline
Head of Inclusion
Dubai Scholars Private School
08.2022 - Current
School Counsellor/ Head of Inclusion
Credence High School
06.2021 - 07.2022
School Counsellor/ G and T Coordinator
GEMS Our Own High School, Sharjah- Boys' Branch
03.2020 - 10.2020
Guidance Counsellor/Inclusion Champion
The Oxford School
08.2015 - 10.2019
PG Certificate - Inclusion And Special Needs
University of Birmingham
M.SW - Medical And Psychiatric Social Work
University of Madras
Bachelor of Science - Plant Biology And Biotechnology
University of Madras
- Makaton Level 1 and 2, Makaton Training obtained (May 2024)
- CPD course in General Learning Difficulties from ICEP, Europe (June 2023)
- RBT Training - 40 hrs training from Pulse Training Centre(August 2024)
- Webinar on Intervention Strategies in Speech and Communication for Nonverbal Children with ASD- 15 hrs Credits, (November 2022)
- ABA level 1 Training from ABTi (September 2017)
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