Chandrika Girish
@chandrikagirish
Early childhood teacher at Learning House Preschool, creating Montessori lesson plans that support children's independence and development.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At Learning House Preschool, I design lesson plans aligned with school curricula and authentic Montessori methodology. I observe children's development and guide self-directed learning that supports independence, critical thinking, and life skills.
I maintain a safe, prepared classroom and share regular updates with parents about children's progress and needs. I also use respectful guidance strategies and follow school policies and health and safety requirements.
At Abacus Children’s Academy, I helped prepare and implement classroom plans, activities, and schedules. I supported children's safety and daily routines, documented their progress, and communicated with parents about their accomplishments and needs.
Before working in early childhood education, I edited STEM and humanities publications at Cosmic Strands Pvt Ltd and worked as a copyeditor and assistant editor at other publishing companies. My editorial work included copyediting manuscripts, checking references and figures, and applying publisher and client style requirements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Teaching Assistant and Lead Teacher
Learning House Preschool
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 10 months)
Design and formulate comprehensive developmental and educational lesson plans aligned with school-based curricula and authentic Montessori methodology. Conduct ongoing observations of each child's growth and developmental milestones to recognize emerging learning prospects and areas requiring targeted support.
Preschool Teaching Assistant and Early Childhood Lead Teacher
Abacus Children’s Academy
Jan 2022 - Dec 2024 (2 years 11 months)
Helped the lead teacher and was a self-starter as a lead teacher in preparation and implementation of classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules. Developed instructional aids and materials for classroom activities, and communicated regularly with parents regarding children's progress.
Copyeditor
Indegene Lifesystems Pvt Ltd
Edited various deliverables like e-modules, prints, decks, and posters based on appropriate styles and client requirements. Ensured documents were grammatically correct, logical, well punctuated, well structured, consistent, and coherent, adhering to AMA style manuals.
Editor
Cosmic Strands Pvt Ltd
Performed level-2 copyediting of STEM and humanities journals and books, identifying and correcting errors in spelling, grammar, punctuation, and style. Maintained editorial calendar and updated departmental stylesheets.
Copyeditor
CEPHA Imaging Pvt Ltd
Edited STM journals according to the style and specifications of the customer.
Research Assistant
Kerala Agricultural University
Worked on a project titled 'Molecular characterization of banana varieties of Kerala' funded by KSCSTE, Govt. of Kerala at Centre for Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Biology.
Assistant Editor
Macmillan India Limited
Worked on research articles, communications, commentary notes, case reports, book reviews, editorials, letters-to-the-editor, and research reports adhering to publisher's house styles and template requirements. Corrected basic language, checked style, verified references, figures, and tables for technical accuracy and citation.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Vimala College, Calicut University
Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Awarded the First Rank in Zoology, Calicut University, 2003.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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