
Sandhya Vinoj
Senior Secondary School Facilitator - Social Science
Ooty, Tamil Nadu
- Experience
- 11+ years
- Curriculum expertise
- NIOS
- Grade span
- Grade 9-12
About Sandhya
I live in Ooty, a place that inspires me with its natural beauty and calm surroundings. As a nature lover, I find joy in being close to the environment, which often reflects in the way I teach and connect with learners. Alongside my professional journey, I am also a proud parent of two children, who motivate me every day to balance life with care, patience, and creativity.
My teaching journey began in 2008 at The Indian Public School, Erode, where I taught Social Science. I later worked at Ryan International School, Bangalore, teaching Social Science and Geography, followed by Air Force School and Samsidh Mount Litera Zee School, Gudalur. Over the years, I have gained valuable experience in nurturing young minds and making learning meaningful. I am passionate about Social Science and believe in encouraging curiosity, critical thinking, and active participation among learners. My journey as an educator continues to inspire me to create engaging and enriching learning experiences.
I teach because I believe every learner has the potential to achieve something meaningful. What inspires me most is seeing the curiosity in their eyes when they discover something new. For me, teaching is not just about sharing knowledge but also about building confidence, encouraging questions, and helping learners understand the world around them. Every classroom interaction reminds me why I chose this beautiful profession.
Career highlights
- 2022–presentHumanities Facilitator21K School
- 2019–2022Social Science TeacherSamsidh Mount Litera Zee School, Bangalore
- 2011–2019Social Science TeacherAir Force School, Bangalore
- 2009–2011Social Science & Geography TeacherRyan International School, Bangalore
- 2008–2009Social Science TeacherThe Indian Public School, Erode
Qualifications & credentials
- B.Sc.Bharathiar University
- M.Sc.Bharathidasan University
- B.Ed.University of Mysore
- Certificate Course on Microsoft
- Lavenir Presentation Training
- Certificate Course in “Creative Teaching”
- Certificate Course in “Critical Thinking”
- Certificate Course on “An Introduction to Core Skills for Teachers”British Council, UK
- Workshop on “Handling of Smart Class”
- Habits of Mind (HoM) Certification
Sandhya’s Philosophy
Education is not just about academic achievement, but about developing responsible and compassionate individuals.
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